# Mara’s Path to Guarding Wembanyama | Oklahoma City Thunder News

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Podcast: [Oklahoma City Thunder News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oklahoma-city-thunder-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7554107)
Published: 2026-07-13T20:40:03+00:00
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Rookie Aday Mara, a 7-foot Spanish import and Michigan alum, is stepping into the NBA spotlight despite early doubts about his ability to guard Victor Wembanyama. Drawing inspiration from Gasol brothers and embracing a growth mindset, Mara remains focused on mastering his game one day at a time. Unfazed by the hype, he’s committed to the Thunder’s development plan and ready to tackle any challenge — even if he doesn’t have all the answers yet. With summer league play heating up, including a showdown against the Nuggets, Mara is poised to prove his worth on the court. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b14f361cc4ced060

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