New Mexico transfer guard Donovan Dent has committed to UCLA in a surprising turn of events, choosing the Bruins over Kentucky. The 6-foot-2 junior, who averaged 20.4 points and 6.4 assists per game this season, was heavily pursued by various teams, including Gonzaga. Dent’s decision came as a shock to Kentucky, who had been considered the frontrunner to land him with a reported $3 million NIL asking price. Despite this, Dent has ultimately decided to join UCLA and bring his talents to the Pac-12 Conference.
Dent’s impressive stats and accolades, including being named Mountain West Conference Player of the Year, make him a valuable addition to the UCLA roster. His commitment to the Bruins marks a significant win for the program and adds depth to their guard position. Meanwhile, Kentucky will have to regroup and look elsewhere for talent as they missed out on securing Dent’s services during the game.
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