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UCLA Lands 17-Year-Old Serbian Star | College Basketball News
Nikola Kusturica, a 6-foot-8 Serbian phenom just 17, has committed to UCLA — a massive boost for the Bruins after recent losses. He dropped 37 points against Team USA in a championship game and will have two full college years before even being eligible for the 2028 NBA draft. Choosing UCLA over Kentucky and Michigan, he joins fellow international star Joaquim Boumtje-Boumtje (from Duke), whom he played with in Spain — both opting to go pro early to gain college experience and NIL money while avoiding NCAA hurdles. Kusturica’s relentless energy and scoring ability make him a day-one starter…
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