UCLA added what is likely the final piece of its celebrated recruiting class Wednesday when Chris Smith signed a letter of intent, making him the sixth newcomer headed to Westwood next season.
The 6-foot-8 forward from Huntington (W.Va.) Prep picked the Bruins over a slew of other suitors who pursued him once he reclassified into the class of 2017 earlier this year. He said he could play and defend every position from point guard to power forward.
“He’s a versatile player with great length who can play on the wing and excel as a power forward,” UCLA Coach Steve Alford said in a statement released by the school.