A 6-11 Croatian forward who spent two seasons playing professionally in the Adriatic League, Jelavic brings a level of polish and basketball IQ that most freshmen simply do not have. He hit 52 three-pointers in 53 professional games against grown men and has the rare ability to stretch the floor from the four or five position with a 7-2 wingspan. The NCAA classified him as a sophomore, giving Kentucky three years of a shooter who has already been battle-tested in European pro ball.
| Season | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 32 | 5.5 | 4.0 | 0.7 | 15.6 |