Andrija Jelavic
Updated on 11/11/25. Written by Alan Lu.
Height: 6-11
Weight: 220
College: Kentucky
Classification: Freshman
Country: Croatia
Birthdate: 5/26/2004
Projected Draft Range: 2nd Round to Undrafted
Pros:
Excels at scoring on off-ball motion plays
Adequate low post scorer
Adequate scorer off the dribble
Has stretch big potential
Adequate playmaker for his size
Good rebounder
Fairly solid defender
Above average athlete
Cons:
Inconsistent shooter
Can be reluctant to take outside shots
Can display spotty shot selection
Not an elite ball handler
Not an elite athlete
Summary:
Andrija Jelavic is an agile, skilled big man that is projected to be a second round prospect for the 2026 draft. He can score the basketball in a variety of ways and has the tools to be a plus-level defender, but will need to be more consistent in games. If he can continue to improve and hone his game, he could end up being a solid role player in the NBA.
Links:
RealGM Profile
NBADraft.Net Profile
YouTube Highlights of the 5-7-24 Mega Bemax-Crvena Zvezda Game via ABA Liga j.t.d.
Games Scouted:
9/30/23 Mega Basket vs. Cedevita Olimpija
10/16/23 Mega Basket vs. FMP Beograd
9/22/24 Mega Basket vs. Krka
11/11/25 Kentucky vs. Louisville
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