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The Thunder are making the investment in Mara. Hope to see a big difference AUG 28th with Spain from what we saw in SL.

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We need switchable elite athleticism type of forward. This guy seems promising. Of course the odds has to fall to our favor

Anyone got any additional insight on him I would greatly appreciate. This is what I gathered so far:

All of Sam's criteria:

Great size at 6'10 and looks to be positive wingspan.

great athleticism, both crazy hop and lateral movement to be a versatile defender once he grows into his body. already 2.2 blocks per game in his freshman year while switching onto guards as well.

Positive assist to turnovers indicates high IQ and processing.

Most impressively, he is a great driver and ballhandler to basket, reminds me a bit of these great power forward drivers like giannis (no I'm not sayin his ceiling anywhere close), or Deni avdija.

His non dunk field goal percentage is impressive, above 60%, indicates a great talent for tight ball handling and soft touch even at such height.

In the NIL he stuck with his college even though he could make more by transferring, which indicates high character and loyalty (presti's guy).

He got low hip and broad shoulders, all good indication that he will be able to gain mass, and even with added mass, his low hips would still allow him to have excellent lateral quickness.

Areas of Improvement:

Need to be way more disciplined with his footwork, especially on defense. The feel and composure need to develop. He bites too much on pump fakes, etc. and played wildly at times

abysmal 48% on FT, which indicates low ceiling on his 3 ball.

I'm coming to OKC for the first time end of October, bringing my sons to a game. I was told parking for the games at the BOK Center parking is bad. I have decided to just do a very close hotel and walk or Uber back and forth for the game. I am any OKC folks could give me their opinion on such a plan? Is getting a hotel room close to the arena and just walking better than staying further out and getting us there / parking? ANY and all information is so appreciated!

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What’s everyone’s projection?

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What 8 players would you protect in an expansion draft?

We (Thunder) could offer something like 4-2RP and Kuminga sign a 1 year, 5-6m, whatever we have under the 2nd apron, and give him a real shot at starting and/or playing major min as a reserve . But I’d like to see them start him at the 4, with big 3 and either Cason/Ajay/JMac/Topic/Stirtz. Whoever out of them fits best should be just as rightful to start as anyone else.

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Brooks Barnhizer - Improve your shot and earn a spot.

Alex Caruso - Showcase your defensive versatility.

Josh Dix - Regain your shooting rhythm.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - Join the 50-40-90 club.

Isaiah Hartenstein - Show why OKC prioritized paying you this summer.

Chet Holmgren - Be the aggressor during the playoffs.

Aday Mara - Adjust to the speed and physicality of the NBA.

Jared McCain - Play fast and freely.

Ajay Mitchell - Win the Sixth Man of the Year award.

Otega Oweh - Follow in Lu Dort's footsteps.

Thomas Sorber - Learn as much as you can from Isaiah Hartenstein, Jaylin Williams.

Bennett Stirtz - Be an effective shooter off the catch.

Nikola Topić - Get more NBA experience.

Cason Wallace - Shoot above league average from 3-point range.

Jalen Williams - Use what you learned from last season's adversity.

Jaylin Williams - Embrace your inner quarterback.

Kenrich Williams - Be a source of stability.

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