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Will UCLA Impress Davion Adkins?

Originally posted on UCLA Bruins on SI | By Caleb Sisk | Last updated Aug 14, 2025 2:00 PM ET

The UCLA Bruins have been doing a great job in the recruiting scene for many different sports. This includes the basketball scene, which is something they have been making a priority, especially in the 2026 recruiting cycle.

They have yet to land a commitment in the 2026 cycle, which isn't a bad thing as many of the best college basketball programs have yet to land a commitment in the 2026 cycle. They will be looking to add these players soon; however, many of these athletes will be completing their official visit slate before announcing their commitment in the college scene.

Can The UCLA Bruins Impress Davion Adkins Enough In The Most Important Timeline In His Cycle?

The Bruins have done a great job in the recruiting scene even though they have yet to land a commitment as they are looking to recruit the best of the best, and have convinced multiple players in the 2026 class to take an official visit. The Bruins have convinced players at multiple positions to take an official visit, which includes one of the better players at the center position in the class. That player being Davion Adkins.

Adkins is the 3rd best center in the class and the 33rd-best player in the state when it comes to 247Sports rankings and ratings. This is good enough to land him as a four-star prospect on the higher side, and he will be pushing for a five-star ranking.

Adkins is an elite level player and is one of the better players in the state of Florida. He resides in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, but attends Prolific Prep High School. Adkins has many different programs that is high on his list, as they are looking to get him on a visit, and many of them will. He has already set up his official visits, with the UCLA Bruins getting a date. In fact, they will have the advantage with the final official visit date of the season.

While this can be a blessing in disguise this can also be a curse, which will be a bridge we have to cross down the line. He will also visit the Indiana Hoosiers, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, the Kansas Jayhawks, the Houston Cougars, and the Auburn Tigers. The common trait between these teams is the fact that they can recruit very well. The Bruins will have their hands full, but they will do whatever it takes to land the talented prospect that's for sure.

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