NCAA Clears UNC's Luka Bogavac Amid Eligibility Review

Luka Bogavac, an international transfer and key player for the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team, has been cleared by the NCAA to play in the 2025-26 season but still faces institutional hurdles at the university before he can officially take the court. Head coach Hubert Davis confirmed that while the NCAA clearance is secured, university officials are still working on finalizing Bogavac's eligibility, with no specific timetable provided for when this will be resolved. Bogavac, who previously played professionally in Europe and has a strong international playing resume, is considered a versatile and significant addition to the team. The Tar Heels are eager to have him ready for the season opener against Central Arkansas and a high-profile game against Kansas shortly thereafter. Although he may not participate in the upcoming exhibition game against BYU due to these unresolved institutional issues and possibly injury, the program remains optimistic that he will be eligible soon. Teammates and coaches express confidence in Bogavac's eventual presence on the court, recognizing his potential impact on the team's success.