The biggest negative was that Mara did not get to face Nikola Jokic one-on-one because Diagneault preferred to use the Hartenstein-Holmgren duo to contain the Serbian in the paint. Although he appeared ready to shut down Wembanyama, that did not seem to be the case with the 'Joker,' as defending him is completely different and much more complex.
THROW IT UP TO ADAY! ???? The Aragonese big man rules up there. https://t.co/BAvNXfwAGi — NBASpain (@NBAspain) October 23, 2026
The Aragonese player logged 13 minutes, finishing with 2 points, 3 rebounds, a steal and a block. The biggest negative was that his plus-minus while on the court was -8, the worst on his team. However, his mere presence and wingspan were important in holding Colorado to just 84 points, which is a very low total by NBA standards.
In the four games he must play next week, he will face the Los Angeles Clippers of Baba Miller at Paycom Center on October 26, the Phoenix Suns of Devin Booker on October 27, the Dallas Mavericks of Santi Aldama and Sergio De Larrea on October 29, and the Houston Rockets of Kevin Durant on October 31.
