Kentucky Basketball Recruiting

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

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

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

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

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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?

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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

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Kentucky Scratch chewed in the Cats against Mississippi State Wednesday night in Rupp Arena.
Jan. 17, 2024

2024 reclass candidate, Kentucky target sets decision date

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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

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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'

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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

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Mar 23, 2024; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Dayton Flyers guard Koby Brea (4) drives against Arizona Wildcats guard Pelle Larsson (3) during the second half in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at Vivint Smart Home Arena-Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky goes perfect on NBA Draft withdrawal decisions, now await the big question

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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.

2025 Kentucky basketball target to have reclassifying decision by 'middle or end' of June

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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.

Kentucky still 'a piece or two away' from top tier in way-too-early SEC rankings

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The Kentucky cheer squad entertains during a timeout during their SEC Men's Basketball Tournament quarterfinal game against Texas A&M at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 15, 2024.at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 15, 2024.

2025 top-20 prospect looking to visit Kentucky in June

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Fans were excited during the announcement for new Kentucky head coach Mark Pope at Rupp Arena in

Another uncommitted 2024 prospect visiting Kentucky with hopes of adding to class

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Nov 29, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; North Florida Ospreys guard Chaz Lanier (2) controls the ball as

Kentucky taking the next step with critical potential roster piece as visit is set up

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Ansley Almonor is shown during Fairleigh Dickinson University basketball practice, in Teaneck,

Ansley Almonor adds shooting to Kentucky, yes -- but also a 'fearless' competitiveness

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Fairleigh Dickinson Knights guard Joe Munden Jr. (1) and forward Ansley Almonor

Ansley Almonor a key pickup in Mark Pope's plan to shoot 35 threes a game

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Mar 19, 2023; Columbus, OH, USA; Fairleigh Dickinson Knights forward Ansley Almonor (5) reacts to a

Kentucky lands another sharpshooting transfer with the commitment of Ansley Almonor

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Former Kentucky basketball player and new head coach Mark Pope

Mark Pope waiting for NBA Combine decisions to round out Kentucky’s roster

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University of Kentucky’s new men’s basketball coach Mark Pope speaks about the future of Kentucky

Mark Pope details Kentucky's plan for final three scholarship spots

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Mar 19, 2023; Columbus, OH, USA; Fairleigh Dickinson Knights forward Ansley Almonor (5) reacts to a

Intriguing wing transfer set to visit Kentucky this week

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University of Kentucky’s new men’s basketball coach Mark Pope applauds as Athletic Director Mitch

Mark Pope 'couldn't be more excited' about Kentucky roster that 'fits brilliantly'

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Harlan County Black Bears guard Trent Noah (2) rises for a shot as Campbell County Camels forward

Trent Noah adds 'physicality' and 'elite' shooting ability to Kentucky

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Harlan County's Trent Noah (2) drove to the basket in overtime as the Harlan County Black Bears

Local 4-star product flips commitment from South Carolina to Kentucky

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North Florida Ospreys guard Chaz Lanier (2)

Mark Pope’s latest transfer portal target is the perfect centerpiece for Kentucky

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Nov 29, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; North Florida Ospreys guard Chaz Lanier (2) goes to the basket

Kentucky 'looking like' team to beat for top-10 transfer guard and explosive scorer

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