Croatian Big Man Tin Tikveša Commits to Florida Tech (2026)
Croatian big man Tin Tikveša has committed to Florida Tech in Melbourne, Florida, where he will play NCAA Division II basketball for the Panthers in his sophomore year. Tin comes from Gaston College and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Height: 6’10”
- Hometown: Novi Vinodolski, Croatia
- Previous school: Gaston College
- School: Florida Tech, #20, sophomore
In his own words
Announcing his commitment, Tin thanked Coach Will Murphy and Gaston College for his first year in American college basketball, and NIL Plus Group and Pepi Sport Agency for their help along the way.
How he’s doing
Tin is on Florida Tech’s 2026-27 roster as #20 (roster). The Panthers open the regular season on Monday, November 9, at Flagler.
Thank you to the Florida Tech coaching staff for believing in Tin, and to Coach Murphy and Gaston College for helping him get here. Discipline. Toughness. Together.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Finnish Wing Oliver Kanden Commits to Pepperdine (2026)
Finnish guard/forward Oliver Kanden has committed to Pepperdine University, joining the Waves in NCAA Division I and the West Coast Conference. Oliver is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Guard/forward
- Height: 6’7”
- Country: Finland
- Previous level: Finland’s top professional league
- National team: Finland U20
- School: Pepperdine University, #14
Pro experience, college opportunity
Oliver heads to Malibu straight from Finland’s top professional league, where he held his own at just 21 years old. A former standout for the Finnish U20 National Team and one of the country’s top U21 prospects, he brings toughness, physicality and real international experience to the Waves.
How he’s doing
Oliver is with Pepperdine for the 2026-27 season, wearing #14 (roster). The Waves open the regular season on Monday, November 2, at Cornell.
Thank you to Coach Griff and the Pepperdine staff for believing in Oliver, and to Basketball Finland and Hanno Mottola for their support. Welcome to Malibu!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Montenegrin Forward Marko Pavlović Commits to Oral Roberts (2026)
Montenegrin forward Marko Pavlović has committed to Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, moving up to NCAA Division I with the Golden Eagles. Marko joins ORU as a transfer from Missouri Western State and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’9”
- Hometown: Bar, Montenegro
- National team: Montenegro U18
- Previous school: Missouri Western State (high school: Sunrise Christian Academy)
- School: Oral Roberts University, #21, sophomore
In his own words
“I want to sincerely thank Coach Barnett and the rest of the coaching staff for believing in me and giving me this opportunity,” Marko wrote when he announced his commitment. “This is just the beginning—ready to get to work!”
A former Montenegro U18 national team player, Marko prepared for American college basketball at Sunrise Christian Academy before his season at Missouri Western State. In Tulsa he is joined by fellow NIL Plus Group client Mihail Gavazov.
How he’s doing
Marko is on Oral Roberts’ 2026-27 roster as #21 (roster). The Golden Eagles open the regular season on Monday, November 2, at Central Arkansas.
Thank you to Coach Barnett and the Oral Roberts staff, and to Marko’s family, coaches and teammates who supported him along the way.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Finnish Forward Olavi Suutela Signs with UC San Diego (2026)
Finnish forward Olavi Suutela has signed with UC San Diego, joining the Tritons in NCAA Division I. Olavi is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’10”
- Country: Finland
- School: UC San Diego, #37
A perfect fit in La Jolla
Olavi’s hard work, dedication and skill set make him a strong fit for the Triton program. At 6’10”, he brings size and versatility to the frontcourt, and we couldn’t be more excited to see what he accomplishes in La Jolla.
How he’s doing
Olavi is with UC San Diego for the 2026-27 season, wearing #37 (roster). The Tritons open the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Whittier.
A huge congratulations to Olavi and his family, and thank you to the UC San Diego staff and to Hanno Mottola. This is just the beginning.
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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Lazar Milošević Commits to Longwood University (2026)
Forward Lazar Milošević has committed to Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia, joining the Lancers in NCAA Division I and the Big South Conference. Lazar joins Longwood as a transfer from Duquesne and is represented by NIL Plus Group.
Player profile
- Position: Forward
- Height: 6’10”
- Hometown: Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Previous school: Duquesne
- School: Longwood University, #27, sophomore
In his own words
“Grateful for the opportunity to continue my academic and basketball journey at the next level,” Lazar wrote. “I’m especially looking forward to competing for Coach Ronnie Thomas and his staff. Can’t wait to get to work and be part of the program.”
How he’s doing
Lazar is on Longwood’s 2026-27 roster as #27 (roster). The Lancers open the regular season at home on Monday, November 2, against Pfeiffer.
Thank you to Coach Thomas and the Longwood staff for believing in Lazar, and to his family and coaches for their support. Go Lancers!
Recruiting inquiries: momir@nilplusgroup.com
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