# LAST CHANCE: INSANE Prospect Nikola Kusturica RAISES UCLA Basketball's CEILING!

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Podcast: [Locked On UCLA - Daily Podcast On UCLA Bruins](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-ucla-daily-podcast-on-ucla-bruins-344725)
Published: 2026-06-18T17:34:47+00:00
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Is this UCLA’s final shot at landing a program-altering star? The conversation focused on Mick Cronin’s high-stakes pursuit of international sensation Nikola Kusturica, a recruit now hotly contested by blue blood programs after a shocking twist in predictions. One concept discussed was how UCLA desperately needs to upgrade after missing out on major transfers and local stars, making this international chase a must-win. A key theme that emerged was the growing intensity of the recruiting battle for Kusturica, what makes him such a coveted prospect, and whether Mick Cronin’s staff can close the deal or lose out to rivals like Kentucky and Michigan. The discussion explored how landing Kusturica could reshape UCLA's lineup, what it would mean for perceptions of the program, and whether Cronin can deliver on the faith shown to him with his new contract extension. Several points were raised, including: The potential impact of Kusturica joining the Bruins and how he compares to recent prospects Updates on UCLA football’s 2028 recruiting class and early skill position targets UCLA women’s basketball’s top-10 preseason ranking and what it’ll take for sustained greatness Don’t miss this episode packed with high drama, recruiting intrigue, and a look at how one commitment could change the future for UCLA athletics! Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOUCLA?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege FOLLOW THE SHOW: lockedonucla.supercast.com Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and joi…

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