E1947 - NOW: Nikola Kusturica IMPACTS Bruins IMMEDIATELY – Can UCLA CONTEND in Big Ten? UCLA Basketball

Nikola Kusturica finally lands at UCLA, sparking hopes of a Bruins basketball resurgence. Could his arrival instantly transform Mick Cronin’s squad into Big Ten contenders? Zach Anderson-Yoxsimer unpacks Kusturica’s NBA draft potential, defensive dominance from the FIBA U17 World Cup, and the pressure now squarely on Cronin to deliver deep postseason runs. The episode also explores UCLA football’s evolving non-conference schedules amidst Big Ten expansion. Are the Bruins following the Indiana and Michigan model by stacking easier opponents and bye games to maximize success and keep players healthy? Key topics include returning rivalry matchups with Cal, new FCS op...