Xavier Booker is emerging as UCLA’s stretch-big with bite
In the 2025-26 season, Xavier Booker gave UCLA a valuable two-way boost: 7.3 points, 3.5 rebounds and a team-leading 1.2 blocks per game, while also hitting 43.3% from 3 on meaningful volume. His best trait is versatility — a 6-11 forward/center who can protect the rim, space the floor and score efficiently when fed, as shown by a career-high 24 points on 10-of-11 shooting against Rutgers in 2026. He looks like a strong fit if you want a modern frontcourt piece who can defend, stretch and flash real upside.
