Former Kentucky center Andrija Jelavić commits to Ohio State - On3
Ohio State has secured its first transfer portal commitment. former Kentucky center Andrija Jelavić will be a Buckeye.
www.on3.comHere’s the latest I could gather about Andrija Jelavić based on recent reporting:
- Transfer updates in 2025–2026: Jelavić signed with Kentucky in 2025 as a European frontcourt addition, bringing size and experience from the Adriatic League to the Wildcats. This was part of Kentucky’s effort to bolster the frontcourt for the 2025–26 season.[4]
- Subsequent transfer news in 2026: In April 2026, reports indicate Jelavić entered the NCAA transfer portal and committed to Ohio State, signaling a move away from Kentucky after his initial season in Lexington. Another piece confirms the same destination (Ohio State) via ESPN’s Jonathan Givony and notes his Kentucky tenure before transferring.[3]
- Earlier context: Jelavić is a Croatian forward/center who spent prior seasons with Mega MIS in the ABA League, demonstrating two-way potential with a scoring/rebounding profile and some shooting development, which contributed to his high-profile recruitment by Kentucky.[1][4]
Illustrative timeline
- 2025: Jelavić signs with Kentucky, joins their frontcourt for the 2025–26 season.[4]
- 2026 (April): Jelavić transfers to Ohio State, marking a change in programs via the portal.[3]
If you’d like, I can summarize each source’s key stats and quotes, or pull a quick comparison of Jelavić’s college vs. European stats to date. I can also look for any updates beyond April 2026 if you want the very latest.
Citations:
- Jelavić signs with Kentucky in 2025:[4]
- Jelavić transfers to Ohio State in 2026:[3]
- Earlier Europe-based profile and performance:[1][4]