Tomislav Buljan Leaves University of New Mexico for Final College Basketball Season
Lobo big man Tomislav Buljan announces he's leaving UNM for final college season
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Tomislav Buljan, a standout player from Split, Croatia, has announced his decision to enter the NCAA transfer portal, leaving the University of New Mexico (UNM) for his final college basketball season. The 6-foot-9 forward, known for his impressive rebounding skills, is expected to earn between $1 million to $2 million next season.
- 01Tomislav Buljan averaged 13.1 points and 10.3 rebounds per game during his season at UNM.
- 02He is entering the NCAA transfer portal, seeking opportunities elsewhere for his final college season.
- 03Buljan is expected to earn between $1 million to $2 million in his next season.
- 04He expressed gratitude to UNM coaches, teammates, and fans in his announcement.
- 05Buljan's decision follows a similar pattern of players leaving UNM for more lucrative opportunities.
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Tomislav Buljan, a 23-year-old forward from Split, Croatia, has announced his entry into the NCAA transfer portal, concluding his time at the University of New Mexico (UNM). During the 2022-2023 season, Buljan made a significant impact, averaging 13.1 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game, while shooting 54.0% from the field. His rebounding prowess was highlighted by his ranking as the sixth-best offensive rebounder in the nation, averaging 4.03 offensive rebounds per game. Buljan earned second-team All-Mountain West honors and was one of only 14 players nationwide to average a double-double. In his heartfelt announcement on Instagram, he expressed gratitude to the coaching staff, teammates, and fans for their support during his time at UNM. As he embarks on this new chapter, Buljan is anticipated to secure a position at a power conference program, potentially earning between $1 million to $2 million for the upcoming season. His decision mirrors a trend of players seeking better opportunities in college basketball, as seen with previous UNM players.
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Buljan's departure may affect the team's performance and roster dynamics for the next season, as he was a key player for UNM.
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