UCLA’s Adem Bona Declares for NBA Draft

Adem Bona, standout UCLA sophomore, announces his entry into the NBA draft after a strong collegiate career.

Adem Bona, UCLA's forward/center, officially declares for the NBA draft, thanking his coaches, teammates, and fans in an Instagram post.
Projected as a second-round pick, Bona's decision follows a season where he averaged 12.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game.
Bona's tenure at UCLA was marked by significant achievements, including Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year and first-team All-Pac-12 honors.
His departure prompts UCLA to consider new recruits, with potential additions from the transfer portal to fill the gap left by Bona.
Despite challenges such as a shoulder injury, Bona has been a key player for UCLA, starting 65 of 66 games and ranking sixth in career blocks at the university.