Adem Bona - College Basketball News & Rumors

Report: UCLA big Adem Bona questionable vs. Zags UCLA forward/center Adem Bona is questionable for Thursday night’s Sweet 16 game against Gonzaga with a shoulder injury, Stadium reported.

MARCH 23, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Not dressed out pregame Bona (shoulder) is in street clothes pregame and appears set to sit out Thursday's Sweet 16 game versus Gonzaga, Jeff Goodman of Stadium reports.

Impact Bona was considered a game-time decision for Thursday's contest due to a lingering shoulder injury. The 6-foot-10 freshman will now sit out for the third time in four games, as the Bruins take on a familiar opponent in the Bulldogs to open the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament. With fellow big-sized defender Jaylen Clark (Achilles) also out for the season, 6-foot-10 freshman Mac Etienne could be in line for a bigger defensive role against Gonzaga star big man Drew Timme.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Thursday Bona (shoulder) is a game-time decision before UCLA's game Thursday against Gonzaga, according to Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times.

Impact According to Bona himself, he said "by the game day, we're going to see how I feel" concerning his injured shoulder. Bona's statement indicates he will be a game-time decision against Gonzaga, UCLA's Sweet Sixteen opponent for March Madness 2023 and a team not to be considered lightly compared to previous opponents Northwestern and UNC-Asheville.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

UCLA will need new defensive strategy if Adem Bona, David Singleton out vs. Gonzaga UCLA coach Mick Cronin didn't say much on the injury status of Adem Bona and David Singleton but might need someone else to defend Gonzaga's...

MARCH 22, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Questionable with shoulder issue Head coach Mick Cronin said that Bona (shoulder) is considered day-to-day prior to Thursday's game against Gonzaga, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Prior to Saturday's win over Northwestern, Bona had missed the Bruins' previous two contests due to a shoulder injury. The 6-foot-10 freshman was ultimately able to tough it out and play 21 minutes versus the Wildcats this past weekend, but his availability for Thursday's matchup now appears iffy once again. Should Bona eventually miss another outing, Kenneth Nwuba and Mac Etienne would presumably be the direct beneficiaries for extended minutes against the Bulldogs.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 21 during win Bona recorded six points (3-3 FG, 0-2 FT), one rebound and two blocks in 21 minutes during Saturday's 68-63 victory over Northwestern.

Impact Bona was able to play most of UCLA's close win against Northwestern. Though not much playing time compared to his usual minute tally, the Bruins are still alive, so he will receive a lot more rest to heal before the Bruins play either No. 6 TCU or No. 3 Gonzaga on Thursday.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Northwestern Bona (shoulder) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Northwestern.

Impact Bona was a game-time call for this game, but he was deemed healthy enough to feature. He's averaging 7.8 points and 5.4 rebounds per game this season while starting in all but one of his 32 appearances.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ramping up activities in practice Bona (shoulder) will have a more active practice moving forward, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Coach Mick Cronin said he would ramp up Bona's activities in practice, asking him to do additional things, to assess his shoulder going into the Northwestern game. Bona will be a game-time decision ahead of Saturday.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DNP Thursday Bona (shoulder) did not play in Thursday's 86-53 win oiver UNC-Asheville.

Impact Bona is officially cleared to play according to Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times, but head coach Mick Cronin felt no need to risk further injury with the Bruins comfortably leading the Bulldogs wire-to-wire during Thursday's first-round matchup. The Bruins have Northwestern on deck Saturday, and there's a greater chance Bona could see the floor if the Bruins are locked into a tightly knit battle with the Wildcats. More on his official game status should come ahead of Saturday's tip-off.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Bona (shoulder) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's first-round game against UNC-Asheville.

Impact Bona was seen going through pregame warmups and could still be a candidate to come off the bench, although no report has confirmed that for sure. Head coach Mick Cronin mentioned Wednesday that Bona would be a game-time call after indicating that his shoulder was still feeling sore. It will be worth seeing if the 6-10 freshman can contribute at all as the Bruins are already short-handed in their frontcourt after Jaylen Clark was ruled out for the year with an Achilles injury. Kenneth Nwuba will remain in the starting lineup in his place for the time being.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

UCLA unsure whether to play injured Adem Bona in NCAA opener against UNC Asheville UCLA is still on the fence on whether to let Adem Bona play with a left shoulder issue in the Bruins' NCAA tournament opener against UNC Ash...

MARCH 16, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Mick Cronin on UNC Asheville, Drew Pember, Status of Adem Bona UCLA coach Mick Cronin talked to the media Wednesday, discussing the challenge of first-round opponent UNC Asheville, its star player Drew P...

MARCH 15, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Likely a game-time decision Coach Mick Cronin said that Bona (shoulder) is sore and is expected to be a game-time decision for Thursday's game against UNC-Asheville, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports...

Impact Bona did not play in the Pac-12 Championship game due to a shoulder injury. He was able to practice on Wednesday and the team will hope their freshman big man will be able to contribute in the NCAA Tournament opener. UCLA needs all the help they can get in this run with top defender Jaylen Clark ruled out for the season.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excerpt: Mick Cronin on Bona's Status, the Team Knowing How to Win UCLA head coach Mick Cronin talked about Adem Bona's status for the NCAA Tournament and how the team knows what to do to get wins...

MARCH 15, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

PHOTOS: UCLA defeats Oregon, advances to Pac-12 championship despite Bona injury Photos from UCLA's 75-56 win over Oregon in the Pac-12 Tournament semifinals.

MARCH 12, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Not playing Saturday Bona has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Arizona due to a shoulder injury, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact The Bruins decided not to risk Bona in the Pac-12 Championship game against Arizona, as they want to have him healthy for the NCAA Tournament. Bona has started in all but one of his 32 appearances as a freshman and is averaging 7.8 points with 5.4 rebounds per game.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pac-12 Tournament semis takeaways: UCLA, Arizona dominate en route to matchup

Despite their blowout win over Oregon in the Pac-12 semis, the Bruins suffered their second key injury in less than a week.

MARCH 11, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Pac-12 Tournament semis takeaways: UCLA, Arizona dominate en route to matchup

Tyger Campbell leads UCLA past Oregon in Pac-12 semifinals, but Adem Bona is injured LAS VEGAS — Adem Bona sprawled on the court, using every inch of his massive wingspan to chase the loose ball. His immediate grimace and clu...

MARCH 11, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Notches double-double in win Bona had 11 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 29 minutes during Thursday's 80-69 victory over Colorado.

Impact Bona knocked down 5-of-8 shots, finishing with 11 points and 10 rebounds during Thursday's win over Colorado. The 6-foot-10 freshman continues to be an integral part of UCLA's rotation, averaging 7.9 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.7 blocks on 23.1 minutes per game. Bona and the Bruins will look to keep their Pac-12 Championship hopes alive when they face off with Oregon on Friday.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six points, seven rebounds in win Bona produced six points (3-5 FG, 0-3 FT), seven rebounds and two blocks in 16 minutes during Thursday's 78-71 victory over Utah.

Impact Bona got into foul trouble early, but still managed to make a solid contribution for the Bruins, finishing with six points and seven rebounds during Thursday's win over Utah. The 6-foot-10 freshman has started in 27 games this season, averaging eight points, 5.1 rebounds, 0.8 assists and 1.6 blocks on 23.1 minutes per game. Despite being overshadowed by other scoring options, Bona has found a sizable role during his freshman season with the Bruins.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

UCLA's Amari Bailey, Adem Bona connect for an ABSURD alley-oop jam against Utah

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Adem Bona Talks Home Win Streak and More UCLA freshman center Adem Bona talked about the home winning streak...

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Three blocks, two steals in win Bona had nine points (4-5 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, three blocks and two steals in 29 minutes during Saturday's 76-52 win over Washington State.

Impact Bona was a monster on the defensive end, logging three blocks and two steals during Saturday's win over Washington State. The 6-foot-10 freshman continues to excel for the Bruins, averaging 8.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.5 blocks on 23.8 minutes per game. Bona has been extremely efficient during his freshman season, shooting 66.1 percent from the field, and averaging just 1.2 turnovers a game.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven points, seven rebounds in loss Bona posted seven points (2-4 FG, 3-6 FT), seven rebounds and one block across 30 minutes during Thursday's 77-64 loss to USC.

Impact Bona knocked down 2-of-4 shots from the field, finishing with seven points and seven rebounds during Thursday's loss to USC. The 6-foot-10 freshman has seen has role increase for the Bruins as of late, averaging 27.8 minutes per game across UCLA's last six contests (23.0 on the season). Fantasy managers can continue to expect a steady flow of rebounds and blocks out of the freshman center, who is averaging 5.1 and 1.5 a game respectively.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making everywhere he goes his happy place, Adem Bona is a rising star for UCLA Adem Bona didn't start playing basketball until he was 13. The big man from Nigeria has become an important of a UCLA team that has won 13 g...

JANUARY 19, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

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UCLA's Amari Bailey, Adem Bona connect for an ABSURD alley-oop jam against Utah