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Feb 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Michigan State Spartans forward Jaxon Kohler (0) reacts during the second half against the USC Trojans as the Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: William Navarro-Imagn Images

Two names have already emerged as Mark Pope and Kentucky hit the revamped transfer portal

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Aug 1, 2026

Predicting Mark Pope, Kentucky's next 5-star commitment based mostly on vibes alone

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Jul 30, 2026

Mark Pope may have just found his next major get for Kentucky's momentous 2027 class

Lane Mills

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Jul 29, 2026

Kentucky is already ranked ahead of key rivals, and Mark Pope isn’t done adding pieces

Lane Mills

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Jul 29, 2026

Mar 30, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes during the McDonalds All American Jam Fest at Millennium High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Kansas throwing a bag at Tyran Stokes may ironically be the reason Kentucky beats them

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Jul 27, 2026

Dec 23, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls out a play during the second half against the Bellarmine Knights at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Everything Kentucky fans missed throughout Mark Pope's unbelievable week of recruiting

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Jul 24, 2026

Nightrydas Ryan Hampton (8) moves past defenders during the Drive Nation and Nightrydas semifinal basketball game at the 2026 Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Drive Nation won 62-48 and will advance to the championship tomorrow.

Kentucky could have a Ryan Hampton trick left up its sleeve if Kam Williams is out long-term

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Jul 24, 2026

Nov 26, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the first half against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

A new pair of 5-star offers prove Mark Pope is working overtime for Kentucky's future

Lane Mills

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Jul 21, 2026

Nov 19, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope celebrates from the sideline during the first half against the Lipscomb Bisons at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope is swooping in on a 5-star guard that Louisville have long had their eyes on

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Jul 21, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; CIA Bella Vista (AZ) center Paul Osaruyi (25) against Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy (TX) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Kentucky's recruiting focus is becoming excitingly clear with latest 5-star visitor

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Jul 20, 2026

February 5, 2011; Gainesville, FL, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Brandon Knight (12) during the second half against the Florida Gators at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. The Gators defeated the Wildcats 70-68. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Mark Pope is recruiting the 5-star rebirth of Brandon Knight for Kentucky's 2027 class

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Jul 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images

5-star Lewis Uvwo gives Mark Pope another reason for Kentucky to hand him a blank NIL check

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Jul 16, 2026

Mar 12, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard D'Angelo Russell (0) celebrates his three-point basket during the second half in the second round of the Big Ten Conference Tournament at the United Center. The Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 79-73. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Historic in-state recruiting whiffs that went right under Kentucky Basketball's nose

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Jul 16, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Cade Tyson (10) celebrates against the Alcorn State Braves during the first half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Mark Pope can make Kentucky the best scoring team in the SEC with a huge final pickup

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Jul 15, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope motions to his players during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

4-star point guard TJ Jamison may be the biggest riser on Mark Pope's recruiting radar

Lane Mills

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Jul 14, 2026

Jan 17, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird (33) prior to a game against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports

The three biggest recruiting misses that left a stain on Kentucky Basketball's legacy

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Jul 13, 2026

Feb 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles as he watches the action during the second half against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope could be pushing for a 5-star team up that would have Kentucky fans elated

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Jul 13, 2026

Nov 18, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Kentucky fans should embrace Mark Pope's underdog status ahead of his third year

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Jul 13, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope shakes hands with Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari prior to the game at Bud Walton Arena. Kentucky won 85-77. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Mark Pope butts heads with John Calipari on the recruiting trail in a mutual pursuit

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Jul 10, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with the media during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

One simple statistic makes Mark Pope's current transfer class his best at Kentucky

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Jul 10, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 105-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Texas delivers Mark Pope a 5-star Marcus Spears Jr. blow that hurts for several reasons

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Jul 9, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Dynamic Prep (TX) forward Marcus Spears Jr. (24) against Dream City (AZ) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Mark Pope, Kentucky's next 5-star target just fell through in sudden fashion

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Jul 9, 2026

Dec 2, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts after a play during the first half against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope's recruiting nightmares are reborn as Nikola Kusturica commits to UCLA

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Jul 9, 2026

Mar 7, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Kenny Brooks is vying for Kentucky to improve in one crucial category this season

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Jul 8, 2026

Feb 9, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks enters the court before the start of the game against the Texas Longhorns at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

Kenny Brooks is locked in on the frontcourt as Kentucky sets a huge 2028 visit

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Jul 7, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Arizona Compass Prep forward DeMarcus Henry (15) against Spire Institute (OH) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Mark Pope and Kentucky are looking to pull of a 5-star upset on the recruiting trail

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Jul 7, 2026

Feb 15, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

False rumors fly around Nikola Kusturica as Kentucky fights for the international star

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Jul 6, 2026

Ryle Raiders center Jayden McClain (24) during the first half of the high school girls basketball game between neighborhood rivals Cooper Jaguars and Ryle Raiders on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at Ryle High School in Union, Ky. Cooper won 38-32.

Kenny Brooks is playing the long game with Kentucky's breaking 4-star commitment

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Jul 3, 2026

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