Aday Mara and Baba Miller among the "winners" of the NBA Draft Combine

The Chicago NBA Draft Combine has once again served as one of the major pre-draft evaluation tests, where NBA teams separate feelings from certainties in a controlled environment. Beyond the physical data and scrimmages, the event serves to reshuffle the board in preparation for the 2026 NBA Draft, with several names emerging stronger.

Among them, two Spanish prospects have significantly increased their stock: Aday Mara and Baba Miller, both seen as highly intriguing pieces for NBA franchises due to their blend of physical attributes, versatility, and recent development.

Aday Mara: Historical Physical Impact and Top 10 Projection

The case of Aday Mara has been one of the most talked about in the Combine. His measurements place him among the most imposing big men recorded in the event's recent history: 2.21 meters in height and an elite wingspan, with a reach capacity comparable to the best centers measured in Chicago.

However, his performance in the athletic tests showed clear contrasts. Mara ended up at the bottom in sprinting and with among the slowest times in the shuttle run, confirming what was already perceived in his profile: a player with a static impact, more focused on rim protection, post play, and interior intimidation rather than lateral mobility.

Nevertheless, his overall impact at the Combine has been positive. In a context where mobile big men are highly valued, his combination of size, coordination in tight spaces, and defensive reads has reinforced his status as one of the most projectable centers in the draft. Among scouts, his name has gained traction as a potential lottery pick, with scenarios placing him even in the Top 10 if his offensive development continues to improve.

Baba Miller: The “Winning” Force Among Mobile Big Men

The other standout Spanish name from the Combine has been Baba Miller, one of the players who significantly boosted their value in Chicago thanks to his performance in the scrimmages.

Miller delivered one of the most complete showings among big men: 20 points, six rebounds, and two triples in his first game, along with a second game posting 13 points, nine rebounds, and three assists. His impact was consistent on both ends of the floor, displaying an increasing ability to influence as a secondary playmaker and versatile defender.

One of the most notable aspects has been his improvement in outside shooting. After seasons with modest percentages from beyond the arc, his ability to score from outside at the Combine has altered the perception of several scouts, who appreciate his progression as a developing stretch big.

Physically, Miller presented a modern profile for the NBA: around 2.10 meters in height, over 2.15 wingspan, and mobility that allows him to defend multiple positions. His blend of size, coordination, and decision-making situates him as one of the big men with the most room for growth in the cycle.

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