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Top Serbian prospect Nikola Kusturica linked to college programs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:04 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

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Summary

Nikola Kusturica, a 17-year-old forward, is being recruited by several top college basketball programs including Gonzaga, Kentucky, Michigan, and UCLA for the 2026-27 season. Kusturica, who played for FC Barcelona's senior team and U-22 squad, is not eligible for the NBA Draft until 2028 and is considering a two-year college commitment. Reports indicate that Kentucky is currently favored to land him, although other schools remain in contention. His recruitment is described as open, with options for a return to FC Barcelona or a season at Spire Academy also on the table.

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•Kusturica split time with FC Barcelona's senior and U-22 teams.
•He earned MVP honors at the 2025 FIBA U-16 EuroBasket.
•Reports indicate Kentucky is leading his recruitment.
•Kusturica may consider playing at a prep school or returning to FC Barcelona.

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2:04 AMYahoo Sports — Top Serbian prospect Nikola Kusturica linked to Gonzaga and Kentucky among others

What they're saying

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Jun. 17—Gonzaga may not be finished adding young talent or international flavor to its 2026-27 roster. Nikola Kusturica, a 17-year-old wing who split time playing for FC Barcelona's senior team and U-22 squad this season, has been linked to a few of the top programs in college basketball, including Gonzaga, Kentucky, Michigan and UCLA. Given that he won't be eligible for the NBA Draft next ...
— Yahoo Sports

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