Berke Büyüktuncel - College Basketball News & Rumors

Report: Kentucky expressing interest in UCLA transfer forward Berke Buyuktuncel, a 6-foot-9 forward could be an option to fill UK's need for a second power forward.

MAY 3, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Enters portal Buyuktuncel will test his luck in the NCAA Transfer Portal, Jamie Shaw of On3.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel will give it a go in the portal after his freshman season with UCLA. The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 16.3 minutes per game with only nine starts out of 26 games played in the 2023-24 season, so he will likely search for a team where more playing time may be achievable.

APRIL 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

UCLA Basketball: Latest On Berke Buyuktuncel's Injury UCLA freshman Berke Buyuktuncel missed the Bruins’ win over the USC Trojans on Saturday night.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Unavailable Saturday Buyuktuncel is out with a left hand injury for Thursday's game against USC, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel will miss Saturday's game but has been labeled as day-to-day moving forward, suggesting he has a chance to return Feb. 1 against Oregon State. Will McClendon and Kenneth Nwuba should see bumps in minutes with Buyuktuncel sidelined.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Buyuktuncel is not starting Thursday's game at Utah.

Impact After starting the last four games, Buyuktuncel will come off the bench Thursday as Aday Mara takes his place in the starting five. Buyuktuncel saw an increase in production over the last four games including his first two double-digit performances of the season. He still figures to play a prominent role off the bench versus the Utes.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On the rise Buyuktuncel chipped in 13 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 59-53 loss to Stanford.

Impact Buyuktuncel has combined for 25 points and six rebounds on 9-for-14 shooting over his past two games. The lumbering freshman from Bursa is primarily used as a post-up big and popper on the perimeter. He still remains far removed from fantasy radar until he settles into a sizable role or begins compiling defensive stats.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts ankle in win Buyuktuncel suffered an ankle injury in the first half of Thursday's win over UC-Riverside and did not return to the game, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel landed on a player's foot and rolled his ankle following a made jumper with just under four minutes remaining in the first half. He was unable to put any weight on his leg as he was helped off the court and finished with six points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and three rebounds in 10 minutes. The 6-9 freshman will have over a week to rehab for a potential return before the Bruins travel to face Villanova on Dec. 9.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Buyuktuncel is listed amongst UCLA's starters for Monday's matchup with Marquette.

Impact Buyuktuncel will start in his first collegiate game as the Bruins thrown down with the Golden Eagles. The 6-foot-9 freshman from Turkey will face a stark test in his first time on a college court.

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared by NCAA Buyuktuncel has been cleared to play by the NCAA and could play on Monday, Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel has received the necessary clearance from the NCAA and is now eligible to play this season for UCLA. The six-foot-nine freshman from Turkey could play as soon as Monday when the Bruins take on Marquette.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still not cleared by NCAA Buyuktuncel (not injury related) will not play Wednesday versus LIU-Brooklyn, Tracy McDannald of Rivals.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel is still awaiting a waiver from the NCAA to suit up this season and will remain out until he receives one. The freshman forward out of Turkey is one of many players awaiting an NCAA ruling. His next chance to suit up is Monday at Marquette.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Awaits NCAA clearance Buyuktuncel (not injury related) will be inactive for Monday's opener against St. Francis (Pa.), Ben Bolch of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel has yet to receive the necessary NCAA waiver to suit up for the 2023-24 season. The 6-foot-9 forward from Turkey will require NCAA clearance prior to Friday's game against Lafayette in order to participate.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Waiting on NCAA waiver Buyuktuncel (not injury related) continues to wait on NCAA clearance ahead of Monday's season opener against St. Francis (Pa.), Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel has yet to receive NCAA clearance ahead of the 2023-24 season. The 6-foot-9 forward from Turkey averaged 11.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.6 blocks during the FIBA U-19 World Cup, and he is expected to play a rotational role for the Bruins this season.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for scrimmage Buyuktuncel (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's scrimmage against Cal State Dominguez Hills John Davis of the PressTelegram reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel was on the court for pregame warmups, but he is not cleared for gameplay yet. He'll look to continue ramping up his activity prior to UCLA's season opener Nov.6 against Saint Francis.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive for scrimmage Buyuktuncel (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's scrimmage against Cal State Dominguez Hills John Davis of the PressTelegram reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel was on the court for pregame warmups, but he is not cleared for gameplay yet. Similar to frontcourt teammate Aday Mara, there appears to be some sort of NCAA eligibility issue still pending. As such, Buyuktuncel's status is a bit uncertain for UCLA's season opener Nov.6 against Saint Francis.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from practice Buyuktuncel didn't participate in Friday's practice due to an undisclosed reason, 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel's availability for Tuesday's scrimmage against Cal State Dominguez Hills will give a clearer picture of how serious his injury is. The freshman forward is expected to compete for a rotation role in 2023-24.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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