UCLA Basketball: Kyle Anderson and the Top 10 Recruits on the Bruins' Radar

Let's shine some light on UCLA for the first time in a while. Despite all of UCLA's current tribulations, they have something to look forward to: a good recruiting class. 

In September, the Bruins were able to sign power forward Kyle Anderson, the No. 6 recruit in the 2012 recruiting class. This is huge for the Bruins, who could use a talented, fresh young star like Anderson. 

Here are the Top 10 recruits on UCLA's radar. 

10. Isaac Hamilton: Bio

Height: 6’4” Weight: 175

Position: SG

High School: St. John Bosco (Bellflower, CA)

Year: 2013

Isaac Hamilton is a four-star recruit and is ranked No. 32 in the 2013 recruiting class. A born scorer, Hamilton is ranked No. 7 at his position of shooting guard.

When he’s on, Hamilton is very hard to stop. UCLA has yet to make him an offer; however, nine teams have already made him an offer.

Strengths: Aggressive Scorer, Attack Mode, Mid-Range Game

Areas for improvement: Athleticism, Physical Strength

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Arizona, Baylor, Colorado, Fresno State, Houston, Louisville, Oklahoma State, USC, Washington 

10. Isaac Hamilton: Video

WATCH: Isaac Hamilton playing in a basketball tournament. Hamilton is wearing No. 3. 

9. BeeJay Anya: Bio

Height: 6’8” Weight: 255

Position: C

High School: DeMatha Catholic (Hyattsville, MD)

Year: 2013

BeeJay Anya is a four-star recruit and ranked No. 27 in the 2013 recruiting class. Referred to as a true old school center, Anya is ranked No. 5 at his position.

Anya knows how to use his physicality, and has very long arms. His down-low presence is tremendous, and he is a good rebounder.

UCLA, in addition to 14 other prominent basketball programs, has made Anya an offer.

Strengths: Rebounding, Physical Strength, Wingspan

Areas for improvement: Athleticism, Running the Floor, Work Ethic 

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Clemson, Georgetown, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, North Carolina State, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Saint John’s, South Carolina, South Florida, Syracuse, Texas, Tulsa, Virginia, Virginia Tech, West Virginia

9. BeeJay Anya: Video

WATCH: Beejay Anya highlight video

8. Jabari Bird: Bio

Height: 6’5”  Weight: 190

Position: SG

High School: Salesian (Richmond, CA)

Year: 2013

Jabari Bird is the No. 16 in the nation for the class of 2013 and is ranked No. 4 at his position of shooting guard.

A five-star recruit, Bird is an aggressive player who is able to get to the basket at will. He is an excellent rebounder and puts himself in constant position for easy put-backs.

UCLA, in addition to six other Pac-12 schools, has made Bird an offer.

Strengths: Aggressive Scorer, Athleticism, Rebounding

Areas for improvement: Perimeter Shooting

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Arizona, Washington, California, Colorado, Oregon, Washington State

8. Jabari Bird: Video

WATCH: Jabari Bird highlight reel

7. Chris Obekpa: Bio

Height: 6’8” Weight: 210

Position: PF

High School: Our Savior New American School (Centereach, NY)

Year: 2012

A four-star recruit, Chris Obekpa is the No. 104 recruit in the nation and is ranked No. 24 at his position of power forward.

Although Obekpa has relative interest in UCLA, he has not received an offer from the Bruins. However, he has received offers from seven schools, including UConn, Memphis and Saint John’s.

Strengths: Length, Running in Transition, Hands

Areas for improvement: N/A

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Cincinnati, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia Tech, Memphis, Miami, Pittsburgh, Providence, Saint John’s, Seton Hall, Texas

7. Chris Obekpa: Video

WATCH: Chris Obekpa highlight video

6. Jordan Adams: Bio

Height: 6’5” Weight: 205

Position: SF

High School: Oak Hill Academy (Mouth of Wilson, VA)

Year: 2012

Jordan Adams is a four-star recruit and the No. 73 recruit in the nation. An excellent all-around scorer, Adams is ranked No. 15 in his position of small forward.

Adams has good three-point range and knows how to use his strong frame to his advantage when attacking the basket.

Strengths: Three-Point Range, Aggressive Score

Areas for improvement: Ball Handling, Mid-Range Game

Committed to UCLA: Yes

6. Jordan Adams: Video

WATCH: Jordan Adams highlight video

5. Zena Edosomwan: Bio

Height: 6’8”  Weight: 225

Position: PF, C

High School: Harvard-Westlake (North Hollywood, CA)

Year: 2012

Zena Edosomwan is the No. 59 recruit in the nation, and is ranked No. 12 at his position of power forward. He has improved substantially over his high school career and developed into a four-star recruit.

Edosomwan is said to have an excellent work ethic and has a bright future on and off the court.

Strengths: Mid-Range Game, Work Ethic

Areas for improvement: Three-Point Game

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: California, Harvard, Texas, USC, Washington

5. Zena Edosomwan: Video

WATCH: Zena Edosomwan highlight video. (Note: There is no sound.)

4. Savon Goodman: Bio

Height: 6’6”   Weight: 200

Position: SF

High School: Academy of the New Church Boys (Bryn Athyn, PA)

Year: 2012

Savon Goodman is a four-star recruit and the No. 53 recruit in the nation. He is a very strong and athletic player, and is ranked at No. 11 at his position of small forward.

Goodman is very aggressive and loves to attack the bucket. His outside shooting could use some major improvement, but his athleticism shines through all.

Strengths: Aggressive Scorer, Athleticism, Strength

Areas for improvement: Three-Point Range, Multi-Positional

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Villanova, Drexel, Maryland, Penn State, Saint Joseph’s, Temple, Texas, West Virginia

4. Savon Goodman: Video

WATCH: Savon Goodman highlight video

3. Tony Parker: Bio

Height: 6’8”  Weight: 255

Position: C

High School: Miller Grove (Lithonia, GA)

Year: 2012

Tony Parker is a five-star recruit who makes a big impact in the paint. He is said to catch almost anything that is thrown at him.

Parker is the No. 23 recruit in the nation and No. 8 at his position of center.

Strengths: Finisher, Hands, Low Block Scorer

Areas for Improvement: Plays Below Rim, Running the Floor, Fitness

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Duke, Memphis, Ohio State

3. Tony Parker: Video

Watch: Tony Parker highlight video. "UCLA is coming on strong," Parker says.

2. Kyle Anderson: Bio

Height: 6’8”  Weight: 215

Position: SF

High School: St. Anthony (Jersey City, NJ)

Year: 2012

Kyle Anderson is a five-star recruit, and has committed to UCLA. He is the No. 6 recruit in the nation and is No. 2 in his position of small forward.

Anderson is said to have excellent court vision and versatility. He is seen as a great passer and overall player with a high basketball IQ.

Strengths: Basketball IQ, Court Vision, Versatility

Areas for Improvement: Speed, Flexibility

Committed to UCLA: Yes

2. Kyle Anderson: Video

WATCH: Kyle Anderson highlight video

1. Shabazz Muhammad: Bio

Height: 6’5”   Weight: 207

Position: SF

High School: Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas, NV)

Year: 2012

Shabazz Muhammad is the No. 2 recruit in the nation, and is the No. 1 player at his position of small forward.

He is a five-star recruit and has yet to commit to a school. UCLA could make great use out of Muhammad, as he would be an integral part of their team.

Strengths: Impact Player, Post Play

Areas for Improvement: Three-Point Range, Ball Handling

Committed to UCLA: No

Other interested schools: Arizona, Duke, Kansas, Memphis, Texas A&M, UNLV, USC

1. Shabazz Muhammad: Video

WATCH: Shabazz Muhammad highlight video

Sources Referenced

The preceding recruit information was acquired from Scout.com, which has an excellent comprehensive collection of recruiting material.