Donovan Dent

Updated on 5/25/26.  Written by Alan Lu.

Height: 6-2
Weight: 185
College: UCLA
Classification: Senior
Birthdate: 12/2/2003

Projected Draft Range: Likely Undrafted

Pros:

Decent scorer off the dribble
Good playmaker
Adept at collecting steals and blocks
Above average athlete

Cons:

Needs to improve his shooting
Reluctant to take threes
Can have lapses defensively
Not an elite athlete

Summary:

Donovan Dent is a fairly athletic, skilled point guard that played at New Mexico before later transferring to play at UCLA. He excels as a distributor and at making plays on both sides of the ball. Recently, Dent announced his retirement from playing basketball.

Links:
RealGM Profile
YouTube’s 1/13/24 New Mexico vs. San Diego State Highlights via MountainWestConf
YouTube’s 12/28/24 New Mexico vs. Colorado State Highlights via MountainWestConf
YouTube’s 3/12/26 UCLA vs. Rutgers Highlights via Big 12 Conference
Yahoo’s Article on Dent’s Retirement

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