UCLA’s 2027 recruiting board is already taking shape, and one name worth watching is Jalen Davis.
The 6-foot-3 combo guard from Bremerton, Washington, has been building a stronger connection with the Bruins over the last few months, and that relationship appears to be moving in the right direction. Davis is rated a 5-star by 247Sports, coming in 20th nationally and fifth among combo guards, and UCLA has earned a “warm” rating in his recruitment.
That interest makes sense given how Davis is approaching the process. Staying close to home looks like a real factor for him, and UCLA is right there alongside Stanford and Gonzaga in his top 10. Ole Miss and Iowa are also among the schools drawing attention, but the West Coast programs seem to be standing out.
The Bruins also have a visit lined up. Davis is scheduled to be in Los Angeles on October 16 for an official trip, giving UCLA a chance to show him exactly what the program has to offer. He also has visits set with Gonzaga and Iowa, both of which will take place in October and November, and both schools have also been tagged with a “warm” rating.
Davis brings the kind of profile that can turn a recruiting class quickly. He’s described as a skilled high-volume scorer who doesn’t need to dominate the ball, and his quick decision-making and basketball IQ are major parts of his appeal.
If he eventually chooses UCLA, the backcourt picture would be worth watching. Nikola Kusturica has to spend at least two years in college basketball, while Trent Perry and Jaylen Petty both still have eligibility and could return depending on how the coming season unfolds. That leaves the Bruins with an uncertain path to minutes, especially for a player deciding where he fits long term.
Still, Davis would be a major addition for Mick Cronin and UCLA. The Bruins need talent coming in, and a commitment from a 2027 5-star like Davis would give the program a serious boost.
With Cronin’s seat getting warmer, landing a few elite recruits in that class would matter. Davis could be one of the biggest names on the board.
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