"It might seem like a reach, but if the Chicago Bulls don't jump in the Draft Lottery, I could absolutely see them using their top-10 pick on Michigan big man Aday Mara. At 7'3", Mara showed all the right qualities during Michigan's national championship-winning season. He's arguably the best shot blocker in the nation, a great rim runner, and, to nobody's surprise, has the ability to win nearly every rebound and jump ball that comes his way."
"Like other seven-foot centers who recently entered the NBA, such as Zach Edey and Donovan Clingan, Mara has the tools to become the anchor of Chicago's defense for years to come. And just like Bryson Graham said: "We want to be tough. We want to be long and athletic at every position."Bryson Graham on the Bulls roster construction going forward.- Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) May 6, 2026"
"2026 NBA Mock Draft The Top Ten 1. Washington Wizards: AJ Dybantsa, SF, BYU 2. Indiana Pacers: Darryn Peterson, PG/SG, Kansas 3. Brooklyn Nets: Cameron Boozer, PF/C, Duke 4. Utah Jazz: Caleb Wilson, PF, UNC 5. Sacramento Kings: Darius Acuff, PG, Arkansas 6. Memphis Grizzlies: Kingston Flemings, PG, Houston 7. Atlanta Hawks (via New Orleans): Keaton Wagler, PG/SG, Illinois 8. Dallas Mavericks: Mikel Brown Jr., PG/SG Louisville 9. Chicago Bulls: Aday Mara, C, Michigan 10. Milwaukee Bucks: Brayden Burries, PG/SG, Arizona"
The NBA Draft Lottery weekend is presented as a potential turning point for the Chicago Bulls. A 2026 mock draft lists the top ten selections, with the Bulls projected to pick ninth. If the Bulls do not move into the top four, they could use a top-10 selection on Aday Mara, a 7'3" Michigan center. Mara is described as a strong shot blocker, an effective rim runner, and a dominant rebounder and jump-ball winner. The piece connects Mara’s profile to the idea of building a long, athletic roster. It also notes that other top-10 projections align with team needs and remain relatively consistent.
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