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Arizona Signs Nebraska Transfer Ugnius Jarusevicius for 2026–27

The move signals Arizona’s push for more frontcourt size under Tommy Lloyd despite lingering roster questions.

Overview

  • Arizona added the 6-foot-11 forward to pair with 7-foot-2 returner Motiejus Krivas, bolstering its front line.
  • Jarusevicius played one game at Nebraska last season because of a back injury, which raises durability concerns.
  • He averaged 16.2 points and 7.3 rebounds at Central Michigan in 2024–25 and earned All-MAC First Team honors.
  • This is Arizona’s sixth newcomer for 2026–27, with two scholarships still open and Koa Peat able to withdraw from the NBA Draft by May 27.
  • He becomes the third Lithuanian big to play for Lloyd at Arizona, joining Azuolas Tubelis and Motiejus Krivas.