Freshman phenom leads the way in No. 22 UCLA's beatdown of North Florida
UCLA's freshman sensation is as good as advertised, maybe even better.
Los Angeles - Freshman forward Nikola Kusturica made his debut for UCLA with an astonishing performance against the North Florida Ospreys on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Pauley Pavilion. Kusturica's dominance left the crowd and his No. 22 UCLA teammates in awe, while head coach Mick Cronin praised his offensive prowess. Kusturica scored 29 points, grabbed six rebounds, dished out three assists and two blocks, dominating the game.
Despite an early lead from the Ospreys, UCLA's Kusturica led a 28-3 run that showcased his skill and poise in the paint. Sophomore guard Jalen Petty and senior forward Eric Dailey Jr. joined Kusturica with 22 points and 10 points, respectively. With their defense also standing out, UCLA secured a convincing 114-63 win over North Florida, marking the start of a promising season for the Bruins.
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