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Jan 22, 2024; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons forward Andrew Carr (11) dribbles as North Carolina Tar Heels forward Armando Bacot (5) defends in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

College basketball analytics page predicts a surprise player to lead Kentucky in scoring

Jasper Johnson, a Lexington native and one of the top basketball players in the 2025 high school class, announces his commitment to the University of Kentucky during a ceremony at the Woodford County High School in Versailles, Ky. on Sep. 5, 2024. His grandmother Rosetta Johnson was at left and 247Sports analyst Travis Branham was at right.

High School Basketball Star Reveals How NIL Impacted Recruitment to Kentucky Wildcats

May 19, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) shoots the ball in the third quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves in game seven of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Former Kentucky legend predicted to become an NBA superstar

Apr 3, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) talks with Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Anthony Davis poked fun at LeBron James after the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Bronny James

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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.

Mark Pope wore a special shirt for five-star Kentucky commit Jasper Johnson

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg, center, shared a laugh with Louisville basketball coach Pat Kelsey and Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope at the 2024 Leadership Louisville Luncheon at the Kentucky International Convention Center in downtown Louisville on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Louisville Coach Pat Kelsey had high praise for Kentucky Coach Mark Pope

Mar 23, 2019; Jacksonville, FL, USA; The Kentucky Wildcats mascot gestures during the first half of their game against the Wofford Terriers in the second round of the 2019 NCAA Tournament at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-Imagn Images

Kentucky basketball makes top six for 2025 five-star small forward

University of Kentucky’s new men’s basketball coach Mark Pope speaks about the future of Kentucky men’s basketball during his introductory press conference to thousands of fans in Rupp Arena on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Will Mark Pope have the #1 overall 2025 recruiting class for Kentucky?

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.

Jasper Johnson had a special message for Big Blue Nation after his Kentucky commitment

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.

Mark Pope has officially ended the narrative that he can't recruit by landing five-star Jasper Johnson

Team Thad’s Jasper Johnson (2) dunks the ball on a fast break 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.

Mark Pope beats out Alabama and North Carolina for an elite five-star guard

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.

Mark Pope's plans for the frontcourt members in Kentucky basketball's 2025 class are becoming clear

The Wildcats' mascot played to the crowd during Kentucky basketball's Blue-White scrimmage tipped off at Northern Kentucky University on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.

Kentucky basketball will host a very important 2025 five-star recruit for a September visit

Jun 9, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington (25) reacts after losing control of the ball against Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) and guard Jaylen Brown (7) during the fourth quarter in game two of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Former Kentucky basketball star rocking Arkansas gear in picture with John Calipari

Apr 7, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) shoots a three point basket during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Former Kentucky basketball star set to get his own signature shoe under Steph Curry's brand

Oklahoma State Cowboys center Brandon Garrison (23) tries to get past Kansas Jayhawks center Hunter Dickinson (1) during a college basketball game between the Oklahoma State University Cowboys (OSU) and the Kansas Jayhawks at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, Okla., Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024.

Writer lists Kentucky basketball center as a transfer portal sleeper for the 2024-25 season

Oklahoma State Cowboys center Brandon Garrison (23) tries to get past Kansas Jayhawks center Hunter Dickinson (1) during a college basketball game between the Oklahoma State University Cowboys (OSU) and the Kansas Jayhawks at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, Okla., Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024.

Sleeper Transfer: Kentucky's Brandon Garrison

Recruit Travis Perry waves to the crowd during University of Kentucky’s men’s basketball coach Mark Pope’s introductory press conference on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Could Kentucky basketball have four players from Kentucky in the rotation for the 2025-26 season?

Nov 9, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Isaiah Jackson (22) shoots the ball while Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (50) defends in the second quarter at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Should the Indiana Pacers extend the contract of Isaiah Jackson?