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Nikola Kusturica, a 6‑foot‑8 Serbian forward, has pledged to play for UCLA, choosing the Bruins over several top college programs. His impressive international résumé includes MVP honors at the 2025 FIBA U16 EuroBasket and a Defensive Player of the Tournament award at the U17 World Cup.
BYU freshman Bruce Branch is generating NBA Draft buzz, with projections ranging from top‑five to mid‑first round, while analysts note the need for greater assertiveness.
Illinois is poised to send several players into the 2027 NBA Draft, with Quentin Coleman leading a wave of talent that stretches from the top‑20 conversation to late‑first‑round sleepers.
Kentucky is intensifying its recruitment push for Nikola Kusturica, a Serbian prospect whose EuroBasket MVP award and NBA draft projections have sparked widespread excitement.
A look at how sophomore forward Jayden Quaintance and leading scorer Otega Oweh are navigating injury concerns and a crowded field of draft projections ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.
Keba Keita, a former BYU basketball player, is actively participating in the NBA pre-draft process, working out with multiple teams despite being ranked No. 82 on NBA Draft Room’s big board. Known for his athleticism and defensive skills, Keita averaged impressive stats in the G League combine and during his time at BYU. Although his size and offensive limitations pose challenges for an NBA draft selection, his workouts could lead to opportunities in the G League or international leagues.