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The Kentucky Wildcats have already gotten to work in the 2027 recruiting class. With a commitment from four-star shooting guard Ryan Hampton, they already rank first in the nation, according to Rivals.

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Kentucky seems to be losing momentum with international star Nikola Kusturica

Kentucky is in pursuit of trying to add its last roster piece. While it's not a must-add given the roster that Pope and his staff have put together, it would certainy be the icing on the cake.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 30

Mark Pope on his roster for the 2026-27 season: 'I like us'

While it took a lot of work and a good amount of ups and downs, Coach Mark Pope put together a very good roster. The late addition of Milan Momcilovic is what put this Kentucky team over the edge to where fans think the Wildcats can be very good.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 30

Zoom Diallo talks about Kentucky's backcourt of he and Alex Wilkins

A lot of the talk has been about the supporting cast of Kentucky's backcourt, specifically Milan Momcilovic, but don't sleep on who Mark Pope has running the show.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 29

Kentucky PF Justin McBride on Ousmane N'Diaye: 'He is such a talented player'

Big Blue Nation's opinions on last season's power forward situation are very different depending on who you ask. Some would say that it was really bad, while others liked what Mo Dioubate and Andrija Jelavic brought to the table.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 29

Predicting Kentucky's three toughest non-conference games next season

The Kentucky basketball schedule is essentially set, with all of the marquee non-conference matchups in place along with the SEC schedule. With a roster that is very system-fit to how Mark Pope likes to play, one that includes the best shooter in college basketball, the Wildcats have a real opportunity to make serious noise next season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 29

Where does Kentucky currently stand with international star Nikola Kusturica?

Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats are nearing roster completion. While they do in fact have just one spot left, they're swinging big. Kentucky has been pursuing Serbian star forward Nikola Kusturica for the last few weeks and the interest is very high.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 27

Zoom Diallo talks about the role Mark Pope pitched to him during recruitment

Last season, Kentucky's team was just not built to fit into Mark Pope's system. It was a much different approach than Pope took in year one in Lexington.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 25

Takeaways from Kentucky's home and away SEC schedule for next season

On Thursday, Kentucky's home and away SEC opponents for the 2026-27 season were revealed and on top of learning the three opponents who they will play twice, there are some very intriguing matchups.

Otega Oweh News / Yardbarker / June 25

Thunder may have gotten draft's biggest steal in second round

Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder

The 2026 NBA Draft concluded with Wednesday's second round as teams made their final selections in one of the deepest classes in the draft's history. One pick that may have flown a little under the radar was 41st overall selection Otega Oweh.

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