Rutgers basketball signs Martin Tonejc, forward from Slovenia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 7:14 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Martin Tonejc, a 6-foot-8 forward from Slovenia, has signed with Rutgers basketball for the 2026-27 season. Head coach Steve Pikiell announced the addition, stating Tonejc is a versatile player with international experience. He previously played for KK Cedevita Olimpija, making four recent appearances, and had a strong showing in the Adriatic Junior ABA League, averaging 17.7 points and 9.7 rebounds. Rutgers seeks to bolster its frontcourt, as the team currently has no true power forward on its roster, with the possibility of adding more players before the start of the season.
- •Tonejc is 20 years old and played in Slovenia's top league.
- •He averaged 17.7 points and 9.7 rebounds in the Adriatic Junior ABA League.
- •Rutgers currently has 15 players on its roster.
- •Tonejc fills a position void as a combo forward for the Scarlet Knights.
- •The team may add additional players before the season begins.
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Rutgers basketball adds Martin Tonejc, forward from Europe
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