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Feb 3, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self talks to guard Rylan Griffen (6) during the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Kentucky will host a sharpshooting guard from a blue blood school for a visit

Kentucky is looking to add a shooter via the transfer portal.

Feb 3, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self talks to guard Rylan Griffen (6) during the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Kentucky will host a sharpshooting guard from a blue blood school for a visit

Kentucky is looking to add a shooter via the transfer portal.

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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.

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Kentucky freshman Jasper Johnson is being disrespected by being left off of this list

There is no way Jasper Johnson shouldn't have been on this list.

Mar 30, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers guard Chad Baker-Mazara (10) celebrates after a play during the second half in the South Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Michigan State Spartans at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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Should Mark Pope and Kentucky pursue former Auburn wing Chad Baker-Mazara?

Would Chad Baker-Mazara be a good add for Mark Pope?

Mar 4, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) runs down the court after scoring during the first half against the LSU Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Brandon Garrison is ready to make a massive leap for Kentucky

Brandon Garrison will have a great season for Kentucky.

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Andrew Carr is training with a former Louisville guard to prepare for the NBA

Will former Kentucky forward Andrew Carr be an NBA player?

Mar 1, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Kentucky coach Mark Pope is making a push after two European guards

Mark Pope is looking to add some players to the 2025-26 roster.

Mar 4, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) reacts after making a three-point basket during the first half against the LSU Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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What will the starting frontcourt look like for the Kentucky Wildcats?

Kentucky is going to have an elite frontcourt this season.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope walks onto the court Thursday, March 27, 2025, during practice ahead of the Sweet 16 March Madness tournament game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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These two players should have Kentucky not concerned about missing on Lamar Wilkerson

Kentucky is going to be okay without Lamar Wilkerson.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls out to his team Friday, March 28, 2025, during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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Mark Pope has to find a shooter in the transfer portal and soon

Kentucky is still looking for a shooter in the transfer portal.

Nov 7, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; North Dakota Fighting Hawks guard Treysen Eaglestaff (52) dribbles against Iowa Hawkeyes forward Ben Krikke (23) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

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Will Mark Pope go after Treysen Eaglestaff once again in the transfer portal?

Treysen Eaglestaff is once again in the transfer portal.

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Kentucky star Otega Oweh has made a decision for his future

Otega Oweh has made his plan for next season.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells down court Friday, March 28, 2025, during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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Kentucky's transfer portal additions should improve the defensive KenPom rating

Kentucky's defense should be better next season.

Dec 3, 2024; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Sam Houston State Bearkats guard Lamar Wilkerson (3) dribbles the ball while Indiana Hoosiers forward Luke Goode (10) defends in the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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Where does Kentucky stand with former Sam Houston guard Lamar Wilkerson?

Kentucky is in a good spot to land Lamar Wilkerson.

Feb 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers guard Jaland Lowe (15) dribbles as North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) defends in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Kentucky coach Mark Pope shares his thoughts on PG Jaland Lowe

Jaland Lowe is going to have a special season for Kentucky.

Feb 25, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) reacts after getting a dunk against Mississippi State at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr./USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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Mark Pope explains why Mouhamed Dioubate is the perfect fit for Kentucky's system

Mouhamed Dioubate is going to be a star in Lexington.

Dec 21, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Sam Houston State Bearkats guard Lamar Wilkerson (3) shoots against Pittsburgh Panthers forward Zack Austin (55) during the second half at the Petersen Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Adding Lamar Wilkerson would make Kentucky a preseason top five team

Kentucky must land Sam Houston transfer Lamar Wilkerson.

Mar 15, 2025; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Tulane Green Wave guard Kam Williams (3) scores a layup against Memphis Tigers guard PJ Haggerty (4) during the second half at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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Kentucky coach Mark Pope raved on Tulane transfer Kam Williams

Kam Williams is going to be a star for the Kentucky Wildcats.

Jan 11, 2025; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Terrance Arceneaux (23) is blocked out by Kansas State Wildcats center Ugonna Onyenso (34) and guard C.J. Jones (3) during the second half at Bramlage Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

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A former Kentucky seven-footer has entered the transfer portal

A former Kentucky Wildcats will be looking for a new home.

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Kentucky is getting a future NBA star in Andrija Jelavic

Kentucky's latest commitment is going to be a star.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls out to his team Friday, March 28, 2025, during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

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Mark Pope shares his thoughts on five-star transfer Jayden Quaintance

Mark Pope is excited about the addition of Jayden Quaintance.

Mar 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts in the second half during a Midwest Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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What is Mark Pope's plan at PG with Acaden Lewis no longer in the picture?

Will Mark Pope be looking for a new point guard?

Apr 7, 2023; Washington, DC, USA; Sidwell Friends (DC) guard Acaden Lewis (20) during the first quarter against Corner Canyon (UT) at Georgetown University. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

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Acaden Lewis comments on his decision to revoke his Kentucky pledge

Kentucky Will be looking for a new point guard.

Mar 31, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; McDonald’s All American West forward Caleb Wilson (8) shoots the ball during the Sprite Jam Fest at Barclay's Center. Mandatory Credit: Pamela Smith-Imagn Images

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Former Kentucky target Caleb Wilson chimes in on Acaden Lewis's decommitment

Acaden Lewis is no longer apart of Kentucky's 2025 class.

ASU center Jayden Quaintance (21) drives to the basket against Cal Poly during a game at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe on Nov. 20, 2024.

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Kentucky forward Jayden Quaintance could lead the SEC in multiple statistical categories

Jayden Quaintance will be a star for Mark Pope's team.

Mar 21, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) reacts in the first half against the Robert Morris Colonials during the NCAA Tournament First Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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When Mouhamed Dioubate played 20+ minutes last season his numbers were elite

Mark Pope brought in a future star in Mouhamed Dioubate.