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OKC Thunder: Is Aaron Wiggins a diamond in the rough?

Mar 22, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Maryland Terrapins guard Aaron Wiggins (2) shoots against Alabama Crimson Tide guard Keon Ellis (14) in the second half in the second round of the 2021 NCAA Tournament at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Through all the mayhem of draft night, OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti may have quietly picked up another hidden gem with the 55th pick with Maryland product Aaron Wiggins. He spent three years with the Maryland Terrapins refining his game to the point where he could be NBA ready.

The 6’ 6” wing was the Big Ten Sixth Man of the Year in 2020 and this year continued his consistent form as a starter.