Kentucky Basketball Recruiting

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Here is how Mark Pope can give Kentucky the top basketball recruiting class in 2025

The 5-star basketball visits continue with Mikel Brown Jr. on campus this weekend

Wildcats eye 5-Star Chris Cenac Jr.: What will it take to bring him to Kentucky?

Oct 13, 2023; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) is introduced during Big Blue Madness at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Kentucky’s Big Blue Madness unveils cutting-edge LED floor seen at NBA All-Star Game

Sep 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats linebacker Jamon Dumas-Johnson (2) makes the sign of the cross while taking a knee before the game against Georgia Bulldogs at Kroger Field. Georgia won 13-12. Mandatory Credit: Carter Skaggs-Imagn Images

How the Matthew Sluka NIL controversy could impact the Kentucky Wildcats

Sacred Heart's Zakiyah Johnson celebrates her piece of the net after they beat McCracken County in the Mingua Beef Jerky Sweet 16 Girl's Basketball Championship. Mar. 16, 2024

Will 5-star ZaKiyah Johnson be a Kentucky Wildcat? Recruitment timeline and details

Former Kentucky basketball player and new head coach Mark Pope was animated during his announcement at Rupp Arena in Lexington Ky. on April 14, 2024.

The latest on Kentucky Basketball's Recruitment of 5-Star Caleb Wilson

Oct 13, 2023; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Jordan Burks (23) is introduced during Big Blue Madness at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

When is Big Blue Madness? Latest on the 2024 Basketball Season Start

Kentucky Head Basketball Coach, Mark Pope

Mark Pope Is Off to a Hot Start on the Recruiting Trail

Fans were excited during the announcement for new Kentucky head coach Mark Pope at Rupp Arena in Lexington Ky. on April 14, 2024.

Top-15 2025 prospect sets Kentucky visit -- the first of his recruitment

Team Thad’s Jasper Johnson (2) prepares to shoot a free throw during a game against Team Bradley Beal Elite during the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League session one on Friday, April 26, 2024 at the Memphis Sports & Event Center in Memphis, Tenn.

Kentucky basketball losing ground in recruitment of 5-star guard

Spencer County's Keaton Baird (10) looks on as Great Crossing's Malachi Moreno (24) scores two in the first round of the 2024 UK Healthcare KHSAA Boys' Sweet 16 in Lexington. March 20, 2024

National recruiting analyst says these two recruitments biggest for Mark Pope, Kentucky

Jasper Johnson (2) stands on the court during an AAU basketball game July 5, 2023, at the Nike EYBL Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C. A Woodford County native, Johnson holds scholarship offers to play at Louisville and Kentucky and is considered one of the top guards in the Class of 2025.

5-star prospect nearing the end of his recruitment with Kentucky still in the race

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Kentucky basketball 'not expected' to land 2024 center

Fans were excited during the announcement for new Kentucky head coach Mark Pope at Rupp Arena in Lexington Ky. on April 14, 2024.

Kentucky basketball may have potential option for final 2024-25 scholarship spot

University of Kentucky’s new men’s basketball coach Mark Pope applauds as Athletic Director Mitch Barnhart introduces him to the thousands of fans in Rupp Arena for his press conference on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

2025 stock-rising point guard 'wants' offer from Kentucky basketball

Spencer County's Keaton Baird (10) looks on as Great Crossing's Malachi Moreno (24) scores two in the first round of the 2024 UK Healthcare KHSAA Boys' Sweet 16 in Lexington. March 20, 2024

Priority big man in 2025 class locks in Kentucky basketball official visit

Team Thad’s Jasper Johnson (2) prepares to shoot a free throw during a game against Team Bradley Beal Elite during the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League session one on Friday, April 26, 2024 at the Memphis Sports & Event Center in Memphis, Tenn.

5-star local prospect and key Kentucky basketball target is nearing a decision

AZ Compass Jeremiah Fears (2) drives to the basket during the game between Bartlett High School and AZ Compass Prep School during Memphis Hoopfest at Bartlett High School in Bartlett, Tenn., on Saturday, January 6, 2024.

Kentucky not expected to make a 'strong push' for expected 4-star reclass guard

Spencer County's Camden Cox (24) and Great Crossing's Malachi Moreno (24) come together after the No.1 Warhawks rallied to beat the much smaller but tough Spencer team in the first round of the 2024 UK Healthcare KHSAA Boys' Sweet 16 in Lexington. March 20, 2024

National analyst believes this top-25 prospect is 'must-get' for Kentucky

Greenfield-Central Cougars Braylon Mullins (24) dribbles the ball down the court amid defenders on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, during the game at Pendleton Heights High School in Pendleton. The Greenfield-Central Cougars defeated the Pendleton Heights Arabians 74-72 in double overtime.

2025's biggest rising prospect expected to visit Kentucky

Jan 27, 2024; Provo, Utah, USA; Brigham Young Cougars head coach Mark Pope reacts after a play during the second half against the Texas Longhorns at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

5-star wing trending away from Kentucky as decision day approaches?

Team Thad’s Jasper Johnson (2) jumps in the air to dunk the ball during a game against Team Oak Soldiers during the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League session one on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at the Memphis Sports & Event Center in Memphis, Tenn.

2025 5-star and in-state priority recruit taking next step with visit on deck to Kentucky

Kentucky Scratch chewed in the Cats against Mississippi State Wednesday night in Rupp Arena.
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2024 reclass candidate, Kentucky target sets decision date

Apr 1, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; McDonald's All American East forward Liam McNeeley shoots in the three point competition during the 2024 McDonalds High School All American Powerade Jamfest at Delmar Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports

3 players Kentucky should target if Dan Hurley leaves UConn

Jun 25, 2023; Glendale, AZ, USA; Columbus player Cayden Boozer (2) during the Section 7 high school boys tournament at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky one of five programs recruiting top-20 prospect 'the hardest'

Mar 21, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Jaxson Robinson (2) looks to shoot against Duquesne Dukes in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky has the go-to scorer it needs as Jaxson Robinson withdraws from NBA Draft, commits to Cats