2027 four-star guard Chase Lumpkin is returning to Kentucky for another visit. Now, he'll get to take in another big-time matchup.   The 6-foot-4,

Chase Lumpkin with Kentucky head coach Mark Pope (Photo provided by Chase Lumpkin)

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2027 4-Star SG Chase Lumpkin Returning for Another Kentucky Visit

The 2026 class just got a whole lot stronger with the addition of No. 1-ranked prospect Bruce Branch. Branch will reclassify from the 2027 class to

Bruce Branch III (photo credit - Zack Geoghegan, Kentucky Sports Radio)

Bruce Branch, the No. 1-Ranked Player in 2027, Moves Up to the 2026 Class

2026 five-star forward Baba Oladotun has made his college selection. And he's not headed to Kentucky.   The 6-foot-10, 190-pound small forward from

Baba Oladotun (Photo: Jacob Polacheck/KSR+)

Kentucky Target Baba Oladotun Commits to Maryland

The early signing period closes at the end of Wednesday. Christian Collins, one of Kentucky's top recruiting targets, is not expected to put pen to

5-star SF Christian Collins - via Instagram: _christianncollins_ | UK Athletics

5-star Kentucky target Christian Collins will not sign until the spring

The hits keep coming for Mark Pope and Kentucky on the recruiting trail. Four-star center Arafan Diane announced his commitment on Wednesday, and not

2026 big man Arafan Diane at the NBPA Top 100 Camp in Rock Hill, SC in June 2025.

Kentucky Target Arafan Diane Commits to Houston

Kentucky is out of the race for five-star guard Deron Rippey Jr.. The 2026 five-star is down to a final five, and Kentucky did not make the cut.  The

Deron Rippey Jr. - Zack Geoghegan, Kentucky Sports Radio

5-Star PG Deron Rippey Jr. Cuts Kentucky from His List

Maximo Adams has opted for a different Blue Blood program.  On Friday afternoon, small forward Adams announced his commitment to North Carolina,

Maximo Adams, Hubert Davis

Kentucky recruiting target Maximo Adams commits to another Blue Blood

The No. 1 player in the nation is headed to a new high school. Tyran Stokes has enrolled at Rainier Beach High School in Seattle, Washington, sources

Jan 4, 2025; Gilbert, AZ, USA; Notre Dame High School (CA) forward Tyran Stokes (4) against Sandra Day O'Connor (AZ) during the Hoophall West High School Invitational at Highland High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

No. 1-Ranked Tyran Stokes Enrolls at Rainier Beach High School in Seattle, Washington

Four-star wing Maximo Adams is ready to make his college decision -- and Kentucky is among the group of finalists.   Multiple outlets are reporting

Maximo Adams (left) and Mark Pope - via Instagram: maximoadams_ | UK Athletics

Top 20 recruit Maximo Adams set to announce college decision this week

Kentucky could use a pick-me-up after a disappointing performance at Louisville, falling to the Cardinals for the first time in a half-decade to lose

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Early Signing Period Primer: Kentucky on the cusp of commitment(s)?

The early signing period is here. Kentucky is yet to land its first 2026 commit, but things are heating up.   Rivals national basketball reporters

Here Comes the Boom (Graphic: Steven Peake/Kentucky Sports Radio)

Here Comes the Boom: Rivals' Joe Tipton and Jamie Shaw Preview Kentucky in the Early Signing Period

2026 five-star forward Baba Oladotun is done taking visits. Now, he's heading towards a decision.   The 6-foot-10, 190-pound small forward from James

5-Star Forward Baba Oladotun Sets Commitment Date

Tyran Stokes, the No. 1-ranked prospect in the 2026 class, is no longer enrolled at Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, California, sources tell

No. 1-Ranked Prospect Tyran Stokes Withdraws from Notre Dame High School

Here Comes the Boom is back as list-cutting season begins. Many of Kentucky's top targets have cut their lists in the past week, and KSR+ has the

Here Comes the Boom: The Latest on Kentucky Targets as Players Cut Their Lists

Maximo Adams picked up an offer from Kentucky following a strong summer on the Nike EYBL circuit to become one of the fastest-rising prospects in the

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Kentucky makes final cut for 4-star wing Maximo Adams

One of the top basketball recruits in the country is inching closer and closer to a decision.   According to On3's Joe Tipton, five-star small

Kentucky named a finalist for 5-star SF Christian Collins

The Tyran Stokes recruitment saga continues. Now, the No. 1-ranked prospect is down to three schools.   The 6-foot-7, 225-pound small forward from

No. 1-Ranked Prospect Tyran Stokes Includes Kentucky in Top 3

Here Comes the Boom returns as one of Kentucky's key targets is set to make his college decision soon. What's the latest with five-star forward

Here Comes the Boom: Christian Collins is Nearing a Decision and Where Does Kentucky Go Next?

Kentucky already has a couple of top 2027 visitors for the Purdue game on Friday. Now, they're adding one more to the mix: 2027 four-star guard Chase

Chase Lumpkin (Photo provided by Trent Markwith)

Kentucky Hosting 2027 4-Star SG Chase Lumpkin for Purdue Game

Here Comes the Boom is back for instant thoughts on Josh Irving's commitment to Texas A&M. Jacob Polacheck of KSR+ breaks down how it happened

Here Comes the Boom: Josh Irving Commits to Texas A&M, So What's Next For Kentucky?

Four-star center Josh Irving is ready for some Bucky Ball in College Station, choosing Texas A&M over fellow finalists Kentucky and Louisville.

Kentucky target Josh Irving commits to Texas A&M

Four-star prospect Bryson Howard was down to a trio of Blue Bloods, but he won't be wearing Kentucky blue once he makes his way to college.   Howard

Photo of Bryson Howard via Duke Athletics

Kentucky MBB target Bryson Howard picks another Blue Blood

Anthony Thompson, a five-star small forward in the 2026 class and a former Kentucky target, is staying home to play for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Former Kentucky target Anthony Thompson commits to Ohio State

Good morning, friends. We're another day removed from Kentucky's loss to Texas and another day closer to Friday's exhibition vs. Purdue and

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KSR Today: NBA Season Tips Off, Offense Day, One Day Closer to Kentucky vs. Purdue

One of Kentucky's top remaining recruiting targets in the class of 2026 will announce his college decision on Tuesday, October 21. Unfortunately,

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Bryson Howard set to announce commitment with Duke trending

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