Serbian teen Nikola Kusturica, 17, commits to UCLA basketball
The gist
Serbian forward Nikola Kusturica, 17, agreed to play for UCLA and is an early contender for the No.
His college debut against Arizona will show how fast a top European prospect adapts.
How it unfolded
- Jul 9, 2026Kusturica, who turned 17 in April, reached a multiyear agreement to play for UCLA, making him an early contender for the No. 1 pick in the 2028 NBA draft.
- Oct 27, 2026He played in UCLA's exhibition game against San Diego at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles.
- Nov 1, 2026No. 22 UCLA opens its season against No. 5 Arizona in Las Vegas, with Kusturica making his college debut.