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Feb 4, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope watches the action during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

College basketball analyst Jeff Goodman of the Field of 68 explains why Kentucky basketball needs a GM.

Recruiting

College basketball analyst Jeff Goodman of the Field of 68 explains why Kentucky basketball needs a GM.

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Feb 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts to the action during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Recruiting

A recruiting insider has changed his prediction for one of Kentucky's top 2026 targets.

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Rainier Beach High School (WA) forward Tyran Stokes (4) against Mater Dei during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Recruiting

Kentucky assistant coach Jason Hart was in attendance to see Tyran Stokes score 63 points on Tuesday.

Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope after winning a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Kentucky Wildcats at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Jan. 17, 2026.

Recruiting

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope says every recruit wants different things, even the story of an up-and-down year.

February 14, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Team G-League guard Dink Pate (1) of the Mexico City Capitanes shoots the ball against Team C during the 2025 NBA Rising Stars Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Men's Basketball

The Kentucky basketball staff has reportedly contacted G League player Dink Pate.

Sep 27, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish quarterback Kenny Minchey (8) loosens up during the fourth quarter against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Notre Dame won 56-13. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Football

Kentucky coach Will Stein and his staff did their homework when recruiting QB Kenny Minchey from Notre Dame.

Football

Kentucky football coach Will Stein knows it starts with recruiting in-state, but says "we'll go wherever."

Dec 20, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope on the sideline against the St. John Red Storm in the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Recruiting

The top-ranked player in 2027, CJ Rosser, will be taking an official visit to Kentucky.

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on during Kentucky's game against the Bellarmine Knights

Recruiting

Another school continues to emerge for Kentucky target top-ranked prospect Tyran Stokes.

Dec 23, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks to his bench during the first half against the Bellarmine Knights at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Recruiting

College basketball is being turned on its head with the NCAA allowing pro players to return. Many coaches are voicing their opinion, including Pope.

Dec 13, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the first half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Recruiting

Pope believes Kentucky is actually in a good spot in recruiting. He says he and the staff are 'shocked' at times by the reports they see being put out.

Dec 23, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls out a play during the second half against the Bellarmine Knights at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Recruiting

Believe it or not, Mark Pope and Kentucky have joined the latest trend of recruiting pros to return to college.

Recruiting

2026 five-star forward Christian Collins is now open to other schools than just his top three.

Dec 9, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on during the first half against the North Carolina Central Eagles at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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2026 five-star wing Caleb Holt has included Kentucky in his updated list of schools.

Nov 26, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the first half against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Mark Pope and Kentucky have found themselves in a bad spot with the 2026 recruiting class.

Recruiting

One of the top in-state prospects took an unofficial visit to Kentucky on Tuesday.

Recruiting

Kentucky was once an overwhelming favorite to land this top recruit.

Feb 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles as he watches the action during the second half against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Men's Basketball

Kentucky has a great shot to land one of the best players in the 2026 class.

Comparing Kentucky's 2024 recruiting class to current NBA stars

Who do the five 2024 incoming freshmen for Kentucky look like in the NBA?

Kentucky Briefing: Recruiting update on Kentucky basketball target VJ Edgecombe

VJ Edgecombe cut his list of schools down to three, including the Kentucky Wildcats.

Updated look at Kentucky's 2024 recruiting class following addition of forward Billy Richmond

John Calipari's five-man recruiting class is right behind Duke for second-best in the country for now.

Kentucky Basketball: Three biggest targets for John Calipari in the 2025 recruiting class

The Wildcats are in on the very best recruits in the class of 2025, but who are the most important targets?

Football

Where does Kentucky football's 2024 class stand after landing the Smith twins?

Baseball

Kentucky Baseball Hires Austin Cousino as Recruiting Coordinator, Assistant

Recruiting

Kentucky in Top Five for '25 Quarterback Stone Saunders