Report: Auburn transfer Filip Jovic commits to UCLA
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Key Points:
- Auburn transfer Filip Jovic has committed to UCLA, bringing his experience from one season at Auburn where he averaged 5.9 points and 4.1 rebounds over 35 games.
- Jovic, a 6-foot-9 Serbian forward and former professional player with Mega, has three years of college eligibility remaining and is expected to be a valuable addition to UCLA's roster.
- UCLA, coming off a 24-12 season and a Second Round NCAA Tournament exit, is beginning to rebuild under coach Mick Cronin, especially after losing key players like Donovan Dent and Tyler Bildeau.
- The Bruins have their first commitment of the 2026 transfer window in Jovic and aim to improve their standing from a No. 21 preseason ranking by adding more talent through the transfer portal.
- Returning players such as Eric Daily and Trent Perry, alongside incoming freshman Joe Philon, provide a foundation as UCLA looks to strengthen its lineup for the upcoming season.
