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RECRUITING SHIFT: UCLA & Illinois CAPITALIZE on International Recruiting WAR! Mick Cronin Lands STAR
Illinois Fighting Illini and UCLA Bruins reshape college basketball recruiting by turning to Europe and beyond—are international prospects the future of the sport? Brad Underwood’s Illini have emerged as a premier brand in European recruiting, while Mick Cronin’s Bruins balance international additions like Nikola Kusturica with transfer portal strategy and domestic prospects. The conversation highlights the shift away from high-maintenance, 5-star recruits and the advantages of signing seasoned international players shaped by the professional club system. Key topics include the impact of NIL…
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