The transfer of Tyler Bilodeau from the UCLA Bruins men's basketball team to Westwood, which was first reported a few days ago, has finally been made official, according to a press release from the school.
Bilodeau, a 6-foot-9 power forward, joins All-Pac-12 power forward/center Adem Bona, who recently declared for the 2024 NBA Draft and is considered an early second-round candidate. It is considered an attempt by the team to replace the.
He spent his first two seasons at Oregon State University. He appeared in 32 games (all starts) for the Beavers in 2023-24, averaging 14.3 points, .533/.345/.798 shooting splits, 5.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 0.6 steals.
“We are excited to add Tyler to the Bruin family,” head coach Mick Cronin said. “He's a high-character young man that I've watched grow up right before my eyes in the Pac-12. Tyler has the ability to score in the post, score from behind the 3-point line, and is a great addition to the offensive line. “Tyler has improved and developed his game through hard work and maturity, is well-coached, and we believe he will be a great asset to Westwood.” I believe. ”
Bilodeau joins fellow transfers Skye Clark, a 6-foot-3 guard from Los Angeles who came from the University of Louisville, and Eric Daley Jr., a 6-foot-8 power forward from Oklahoma State University. Next season, Clark will have two seasons of eligibility left, Dailey will have three seasons, and Johnson will have one season left.
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