Where are these transfers now? Tracking Kentucky basketball's former wildcats across college basketball

Kentucky has 14 players that have transferred to other programs over the last few years. Where are they now?
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After John Calipari left for Arkansas, the roster all entered the portal or went pro. Some followed Calipari to Arkansas, and others went their own way; below is every active NCAA player who played for Kentucky and where to find them this year:

1. Dontaie Allen- Wyoming

He never got going at Kentucky outside of the SEC tourney game when he went crazy. Allen transferred to Western Kentucky and is now in Wyoming for his final year of eligibility. Dontaie averaged just under 9 points and 3 rebounds per game at Western.

2. Aaron Bradshaw- Ohio State

Former elite Freshman recruit left Kentucky after coach Cal left for Arkansas. This will be his first year at Ohio State.

3. CJ Fredrick- Cincinnati

CJ came to Kentucky with a 3 point shot of 48 percent at Iowa and couldn't replicate that, shooting only 31 percent from distance at UK. In his first year at Cincy, Fredrick averaged 15 minutes per game and shot 41 percent from 3-point land, averaging 6 points a game.

4. Cam Fletcher- Xavier

Cam first transferred to Florida State, where he averaged a little over 10 points per game and 7 rebounds to go with a steal a game. He hurt his knee and was out for the year. The next season, he averaged 6 points a game with fewer minutes and hurt the same knee in conference play. He is now taking his talent to Xavier.

5. Zvonimir Ivisic- Arkansas

Fans will always remember when Big Z got free, burst onto the scene, draining threes, and throwing behind-the-back passes. He struggled with consistency but showed flashes of his talent. Once Cal left for Arkansas, he decided it was best to follow the man who helped bring him to the USA.

6. Joey Hart- Ball State

A former three-star recruit who committed to Kentucky over UCF never really found his footing and entered the portal. He lands at Ball State this year.

7. Bryce Hopkins-Providence

Fans will remember Bryce from the game against LSU, where he came in and went 5-6 to help Kentucky overcome LSU. Sadly, for Bryce and the fans, that was his biggest moment. After the season, he transferred to Providence, where he has turned into a star, leading Providence and averaging nearly a double-double. There were some rumors he was unhappy with the way Cal coached him and limited his minutes, but he is thriving now.

8. Ugonna Onyenso-Kansas State

Big man Onyenso was a shot-blocking menace at Kentucky but never found his offensive game. The 7-footer will take his talents to K-State and hope to progress on a solid foundation.

9. Jordan Burks-Georgetown

Seldom used, his brightest moment came in a blowout win against Vandy when he scored 13 points and 5 rebounds. He averaged only 7 minutes a game and is now looking to jump-start his collegiate career at Georgetown.

10. Devin Askew- Long Beach

Devin Askew was tasked with leading Kentucky at the point guard position, a daunting task. He struggled early and never found his confidence. He transferred to Texas and then to Cal and will now spend his last year in college at Long Beach State. His best season came in 2022-23, when he averaged 15 points and 3 assists a game.

11. DJ Wagner- Arkansas

A recruiting win landed Cal DJ Wagner over Kenny Payne and Louisville. He came in as talented as anyone in the country, but an ankle injury derailed any momentum, and he struggled to find his role and rhythm. With Cal at Arkansas, Wagner looks to return to his high school elite form.

12. Damion Collins-LSU

Damion shows flashes of elite athleticism. After playing sparingly at UK, he decided to transfer closer to home and has averaged 3 points and 2 rebounds a game since leaving Kentucky.

13. Lance Ware- Texas Arlington

Lance was a fan favorite, never one to back away from contact, and always playing physical. He transferred first to Villanova, averaging 10 minutes a game as a backup center, and will finish his college career at Texas Arlington

14. Adou Thiero

A long, rangy athlete who was still growing while at Kentucky. Showed a desire to get the rim and gritty defense. His recruiting battle after entering the portal was long, but in the end, he decided it was best to follow Cal to Arkansas.

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