Written by Steve Cannon for USSA News. Dillinghams scoring ability will make him a valuable asset for the Wildcats. 1 overallVisited: Yes, Oct. 15Offered: Yes. 19 overall, and Reed Sheppard remains in the top 50 at No. All eyes will be on the 2nd Region and the 13th . 6-8 / DJ Wagner came in as the No. Aaron Bradshaw, the number one center in the country. ESPN released their updated basketball recruiting rankings today, and Kentucky fans will be excited to see the number of top prospects that John . Calipari and Antigua have both paid visits to Edwards since the fall and have continued to keep tabs on him throughout the winter and into the spring. Four of the five players who compose Kentucky basketball's top-ranked 2023 recruiting class will take the court at the 46th edition of the McDonald's All . DJ Wagner hits 8 threes, scores career-high 40 points in Camden win. The 'Cats already have one prospect committed for the future in local star Reed Sheppard , who is considered a four-star recruit and the No. Check it out here. I would say this shows consistency and also shows just how talented of a class Kentucky could secure. Of all the players well talk about in this post, Wagner is the one I would consider the most likely to choose the Cats. Justin Edwards, who has already committed to play at Kentucky, came in right behind Wagner at No. Exclusive Highlights and Recruiting Interviews. What to know: Ending what has appeared to be a two-horse race for quite some time, Justin Edwards committed to Kentucky over Southeastern Conference rival Tennessee on July 25. Calipari on Sheppard: "I know playing for Kentucky has been a dream of Reeds ever since he was a child, but Reed isn't here because he wanted to be here. 4 Connecticut 67.49. 9 2 2. 175, PG / Ben Roberts of the Herald Leader predicted Kentuckys 2023 class in his latest recruiting mailbag. Whats going on with Kentucky basketball recruiting? Lady Vols basketball has one last regular-season game. During his visit to Kentucky back in the fall, Evans said that the Kentucky staff was focusing on him, Sheppard (committed), Wagner, and Mackenzie Mgbako as the ideal 2023 class, along with Robert Dillingham, who had not yet committed to N.C. State at the time. On Monday, 247Sports posted its new basketball recruiting rankings for the 2023 class. Kentucky falls to Vanderbilt and loses Cason Wallace to injury: 4 things to know and postgame banter. While seven schools made Pettifords list of possible college choices from January Auburn, Kansas, Kentucky, Ole Miss, Seton Hall, UCLA and UConn he took only one official college visit: to Auburn in September. read full story. Our Latest College Basketball Stories Iowa St. dismisses G Grill, adding to late-season woes Zachary Pereles 1 min read Illinois' Mayer says he got sick . Kentucky continues to rise in Joe Lunardis latest Bracketology. Kentucky continues to rise in Joe Lunardis latest Bracketology. The model enters Week 17 of the season 76-46 on all top-rated college basketball picks this season, returning more than $1,600 for $100 players. 3 Michigan State 67.84. The John Clay Podcast: Kentucky-Auburn basketball preview, A top center prospect in 2024 class provides recruiting update, including Kentucky interest. Both updated rankings featured the top 150 players in the class of 2023 . The nods are no surprise, as all four soon-to-be Cats are considered top-10 recruits in the class, with Wagner, Edwards and Bradshaw all being named the No. 6-11 / John Calipari and his staff have done an excellent job recruiting and have landed four top-ten, five-star recruits in the 2023 college basketball class. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Kentucky Wildcats Basketball Recruiting. 1 is not one we take lightly. 3, Previously No. Top links from the Next Cats blog. 6-3 / The decision to put a player and keep a player at No. KJ Evans: 6-foot-10, 190-pound PF Baltimore, MD5-star, No. So will Kentucky get involved again? Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. On3 is a registered trademark of On3 Media, Inc. and his own personal connections with the Wagner family. Sign me up for this projected path today! You can check out Roberts entire recruiting mailbag here. Drummond is a first-generation American who was born and raised in Texas, before graduating from Indiana University. 245, C / 26 overall player in the class. 3 overall prospect on 247Sports composite rankings of the 2023 class. Heres a look at the 13 class of 2024 players that hold a scholarship offer from Kentucky. Three of these players (Airious Bailey, Jackson and Pettiford) have already committed to a college basketball program. Mississippi State baseball (x-x) got the outcome it was after on Tuesday night with a 10-9 win over the Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a game that came down to the wire in Trustmark Park. The Cats' Well, that stunk. Dont expect it to happen, but interesting nonetheless. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Its tough to tell where Robert Dillingham is at this stage of his recruitment, as hes just a couple of weeks removed from de-committing from N.C. State. Edwards has an impressive shooting ability and can knock down shots from anywhere on the court. His size also makes him a dominant force on the defensive end, where he can block shots and alter the oppositions game plan. Kentucky is a contender in each of the three players' recruitments in the eyes of national analysts. The latest outlet to do so is Rivals, so let's take a look. Dillingham chose the Wildcats overLouisville, Auburn and the University of Southern California. 6 Ohio State 65.56. 5 overallVisited: Yes, Oct. 15Offered: Yes. The 2015-16 Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team represented the University of Kentucky in the 2015-16 NCAA Division I men's basketball season.The team played its home games in Lexington, Kentucky for the 40th consecutive season at Rupp Arena, with a capacity of 23,500.The team was led by John Calipari, in his seventh season.They were a member of the Southeastern Conference. 0.9965. Already without Sahvir Wheeler for a sixth straight game, Kentucky Basketball will likely have to finish the job against Vanderbilt without point guard Cason Wallace, who exited Wednesday night's contest with 18:14 remaining on the clock. Posted 2023-02-27, Lexington Herald-Leader Headlines . In addition to UK and U of L, Bradshaw had scholarship offers from more than 15 other Division I programs, including Oklahoma State, Maryland, Michigan and UCLA. 189, PG / Wagner is another dynamic player who will bring a lot of value to the team. What to know: One of the most coveted big men prospects in the 2023 class, Aaron Bradshaw committed to Kentucky on Oct. 14, less than an hour before Big Blue Madness tipped off. What to know:Reed Sheppard followed in his parents' footsteps when he committed to Kentucky in November 2021. Robert Dillingham, the number two combo guard in the country. Calipari has also offered Kwame Evans Jr who is the No. After cutting his list down to five on Monday which included Kentucky KJ Evans had high praise for the Cats in an interview with On3s Joe Tipton. The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every Division I college basketball game 10,000 times. Pettiford made his college commitment live on the 247Sports channel. 5 overall combo guard according to 247 Sports Composite rankings. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 1 overall slot once again. For more on Kentucky basketball's 2023 recruiting class: Recruiting expert predicts what 2023 class means for Kentucky basketball How the '23 class compares to the best recruiting classes in UK . Zack Geoghegan 02/07/23. Sign me up for this projected path today! This website is free for you to use but we may receive commission from the companies we feature on this site. Pettifords college choice on Wednesday wasnt a surprise. UK Basketball Recruiting 2023. As a 7-footer, he can change the game on both ends of the court. 27 Feb 2023 15:08:22 . Both Wagner and Edwards were named to the 2023 Nike Hoops Summit, which will take place on April 8 in Portland, Ore.The same pair, plus Bradshaw and four-star UK commit Reed Sheppard were all . Kentuckys relationship with Ron Holland hasnt been mentioned all that often when it comes to his recruitment, but there appears to be at least be some genuine interest. You may have guessed, but the story of the game so far is missed shots. On Tuesday, Rivals.com followed suit. Pettiford went from planning to make his college decision in April (and possibly visiting Kentucky before then) to announcing his college choice at the start of February. Another top mens basketball recruit in the class of 2024 has made a college commitment, and once again Kentucky was not the choice. He knows that to get the best of himself, he needs to be surrounded by other talented players who are going to match his competitive energy. 9. SportsLine's model just revealed its college basketball picks for WVU Mountaineers vs. Iowa State Cyclones But the class of 2023 has a chance to catapult Kentucky back to the top of the recruiting world. Speaking of Mackenzie Mgbako, hes long been considered a Duke lean, but that momentum came back in the fall and there hasnt been much news on him ever since. 22 player overall in the class by the 247Sports Composite committed to Auburn on Wednesday. 220, PF / He has previously specialized in UK basketball recruiting coverage and . 7-0 / ", Aaron Bradshaw:Top-5 2023 center commits to Kentucky basketball: Report, High School: Imhotep Institute (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). KSR Basketball Recruiting. Robert Dillingham: 6-foot-1, 160-pound PG Charlotte, NC5-star, No. Herald-Leader Staff Report. Matas Buzelis: 6-foot-10, 185-pound SF Wolfeboro, NH5-star, No. Another highly-ranked wing from this class, Justin Edwards is like many on this list who received his Kentucky offer shortly after his visit to Lexington. 8, Previously No. He can make contested layups, which opens the court for him offensively. Dennis Evans Hillcrest (Riverside, CA) Head coach John Calipari has a proven track record of developing young talent. Bradshaw is expected to play a significant role in the frontcourt and will be a valuable asset for the Wildcats in both offense and defense. As for the rest of the rankings, Michigan States Xavier Booker retained the top position, and AJ Johnson - a prospect UK had previously shown some interest in, but not offered - jumped sixteen spots up to No. Duke hasnt been able to get Buzelis on campus for a visit but has offered the New Hampshire product, as have the likes of Illinois, Michigan, Arizona, Kansas, North Carolina, and plenty others. 8 overall player but is the No. Together, they're 22-15 in league play. Bradshaw is then followed up by Justin Edwards at No. 6-7 / Heres where the Cats stand in regards to the next group of recruits. A 6-foot-11 center from Nigeria who attended Putnam Science Academy (Connecticut), Kingsley-Onyenso was ranked No. 1 overall class that season. Signed. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Where Kentucky recruits stand in ESPNs updated 2023 rankings, Tshiebwe & Toppin make interesting comments about possibly returning for another season. Five superstar-level recruits DJ Wagner, Justin Edwards, Aaron Bradshaw, Rob Dillingham and Reed . 2 overall. Decide? Feb 20, 2023; The House of Blue; Replies 5 Views 294. pic.twitter.com/NFFpqtLuqP, Jonathan Givony (@DraftExpress) January 15, 2023. 2023 Top Recruits 2023 Top Classes . While few updates have been given on either player, Kyle Tucker of The Athletic is fairly confident that Wagner has made his decision and is just waiting to announce. 1 overall player in the class by landing DJ Wagner. Shaedon Sharpe reclassifying to 2021 and Skyy Clark backing off his commitment roughly one month ago has made this is a unique case compared to the usual John Calipari hauls. (Louisville, KY), Covington Catholic 180, SG / When betting your capital is at risk. In looking at Bradshaw, we see a legit 7-foot center who has touch, can move his feet and is an excellent rim protector. All rankings are courtesy of the On3 Consensus. What to know:The top-rated point guard in the 2023 class, Robert Dillingham committed to Kentucky on June 24. 35 overall in the ESPN 100 for 2023, slotting in as the No. Joining UK among his top choices are Indiana, Auburn, Oregon, and UCLA, however, Evans has only taken one official visit and that was to Lexington. 165, SF / We sometimes use affiliate links in our content, when clicking on those we might receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Posted on February 26, 2023 by Constitutional Nobody. Point guard Robert Dillingham decided to take his talents to NC State on Wednesday. You can check out ESPNs entire updated ESPN 100 here. 859-242-5257. 228, PF / John Calipari and the Kentucky Wildcats missed out . Add in some key returns from this season's roster, and 2023-24 could be a blast. 3 min read. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. David Evans is an experienced sports journalist, with over 15 years in the field. Wagner remains quiet when it comes to his recruitment, but did make a visit to Memphis around the same time he came to Lexington while Villanova is also involved. Went down for a Kentucky Basketball is undefeated, a perfect 4-0, since KSR debuted its prop sheet format of the roundtable of game predictions, so we'd be crazy to break the streak now. Keep in mind that were only focusing on top 20 prospects with ties to Kentucky. I expect UK to land at least one of those players not Mgbako, who seems destined for Duke and possibly two from that group. UK has had a signee take part in the event every year since 2017, the year it debuted. As of now, Id say Edwards is the most likely, but well see., Looking in the post, the two centers that seem to be at the top of the list are Baye Fall, who is the No. 8 overallVisited: NoOffered: No. And he is expected to develop into a top-tier player as he progresses through his college career. 5 Justin Edwards dominated the Philly Public League semifinal scoring 18 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in the FIRST HALF No. (Alexandria, KY). Louisville Cardinals Poised to Land Top Small Forward Trentyn Flowers, Washington State Gambling Commission make arrest after $300,000 found missing from VGW Post 3207, 2024s Number One Ranked Point Guard Boogie Fland Expected to Commit to North Carolina Tar Heels, Devin Booker proclaims the Suns went from laughing stock of the NBA to title contenders this season. 14 seed Kentucky WBB aims for SEC Tournament upset vs. Florida. 1 class under coach John Calipari in 2023. If that is how the 2023 class shakes out for Calipari and the Wildcats, then that would truly be a monster class and would without a doubt be the No. Rob has the ability to make good decisions, can create for others or get his own shot. The South Jersey native was also considering reported scholarship offers from Memphis, Syracuse, Temple and Villanova. Like most of the players on this list, he received his offer from the Cats while on his trip to Lexington, but his recruitment has remained mostly quiet since then. Others receiving votes: Christian Academy 5, Pikeville 5, Bowling Green 4, Graves County 3, Meade . ", Justin Edwards:Top small forward recruit in 2023 class commits to Kentucky basketball, High school:Donda Academy (Simi Valley, California). CG. 8. Kenny Paynes recent hiring and his own personal connections with the Wagner family at Louisville could throw a wrench in the plans, but so far, the Cardinals havent made nearly the impact on Wagners recruitment that Kentucky has. Kentucky's quest for redemption will be helped by the addition of two five-star freshmen this season . Booker gives Tom Izzo his second top-40 commitment in the 2023 cycle CBSSports.com 247Sports MaxPreps SportsLine Shop Play Golf . They're now on a four-game win streak and . Note that the content on this site should not be considered betting advice. Additionally, Pettiford drastically sped up his commitment timeline prior to making his pledge to head coach Bruce Pearls program. Karter Knox, brother of former UK star Kevin Knox, recaps visits to Kentucky, Louisville. I really like how active he is defensively and his desire to rebound every ball. Odds & lines subject to change. 2023 Kentucky boys' high school basketball scores and brackets from every region. 213, PF / He is a fluent Spanish speaker who previously worked as a community news reporter in Austin, Texas. Justin Edwards: 6-foot-7, 180-pound SF Philadelphia, PA5-star, No. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State basketball kicked off its 2023 recruiting class with a commitment from George Washington III of Christian Academy of Louisville (Ky.) on Wednesday. JJ Taylor: 6-foot-8, 180-pound SF Chicago, IL5-star, No. A member of the 2022 USA Basketball Men's U17 National Team, Wagner averaged 19.8 points per . Bradshaw is the No. In 2023, he will have plenty of talent to work with in the coming years. Showcases, all-star games and classics alike are being revealed, prepping the college basketball world for the next set of diaper dandies. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Sports. 9. (London, KY), Ballard It remains possible a highly touted player in the high school 2023 class Kentucky is recruiting could reclassify to graduate early and play college basketball, but those decisions are unlikely to . This year, Oscar Tshiebwe, Sahvir KSR Live Blog sponsorships are available for the 2022-23 Kentucky Basketball season. 260, C / 22 overall player and the No. Gonzaga and Michigan were two other big-name schools he said were reaching out, while Duke is still heavily involved. So, for the 2023 class, Id expect Sheppard, Wagner, at least one of those elite wings, a five-star center and possibly Evans. Roberts wrote. John Calipari and the Kentucky Wildcats missed out on one of the nations top players in the class of 2023 this week. However, he can also distribute the ball to his teammates. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. As the AAU circuit has ended for the summer, recruiting services are releasing their updated rankings and there are several Kentucky Wildcat commitments and targets near the top. 1 overall prospect in the Class of 2023, DJ Wagner committed to Kentucky on Nov. 14 after a back-and-forth recruiting battle between John Calipari and his former colleague, Louisville coach Kenny Payne. 1 Kentucky 71.02. Wagner is the third-highest . DJ Wagner, the No. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. 1 on 247 Sports' teamrankings for the eighth time since Calipari arrived in Lexington a marked improvement from the No. DJ Wagner Jr. is the consensus number three ranked player nationally. 210, C / 6-6 / Wagner has also excelled on the EYBL circuit this summer, averaging 19.1 points and 5.1 assists per game while drawing crowds to whichever court he and the NJ Scholars take. A top bracketologist weighs in. Cameron Drummond works as a sports reporter for the Lexington Herald-Leader with a focus on Kentucky men's basketball recruiting and the UK men's basketball team, horse racing . That isnt something you can teach, and I know Justin is going to demand the same of his teammates. 17 spot in 2022. Arkansas, G-League, and Kentucky are seen as the favorites. At 6-foot-3, Wagner possesses a wide array of skills that make him a dangerous player on the court. 26. Seven months later, Sheppard was joined by top-rated point guard prospect Robert Dillingham of California. Kentucky coaches continue to regularly check in on him, as well. Roberts does expect the Cats to land at least one of those players. In January, Ian Jackson a shooting guard from New York City who was Kentuckys top recruiting target in the 2024 class chose North Carolina over the Wildcats, among others. 6-10 / Kentucky CG DJ Wagner (Photo: Getty) Kentucky continued its recruiting dominance in the class of 2023, signing the nation's top combo guard, small forward and center. Gambling problem? Mgbako told KSR in January that he has a great relationship with Kentucky, specifically Calipari and assistant coach Orlando Antigua. During Kentucky women's basketball's 72-57 triumph over Florida in the first round of the 2023 SEC Tournament, Scherr went down with an injury just four minutes into the game. Enrollees (4) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. 859-429-2848. 6-11 / 6-11 / 17 4 3. A source tells KSR that UK has reached out to Dillingham since backing away from N.C. State, but its yet to be seen if the contact will be as serious as it was back in the fall. There isnt much more we can say about DJ Wagner that hasnt already been said. Class of 2023 star recruit Reed Sheppard, the son of former Kentucky stars Jeff Sheppard and Stacey Reed Sheppard, committed to UK Saturday in a . 5), Reed Sheppard (No. 3 and DJ Wagner at No. Mackenzie Mgbako: 6-foot-8, 185-pound SF Gladstone, NJ5-star, No. Tennessee (20-10, 12-3 SEC) faces Kentucky (10-17, 2-13) on Sunday (2 p.m. What is Kentuckys ceiling for an NCAA Tournament seed? 22, Previously No. Kentucky is still without a commitment for 2024 after missing on Jackson and Pettiford, although the former was a far more significant recruiting miss than the latter. Arkansas. High School basketball is coming to a close across the country, which means national recruiting rankings are starting to get an update as we head into the final leg of the season. The future looks bright for the Kentucky Wildcats, and their fans cant wait to see what this group of young stars can accomplish on the basketball court. Aaron Bradshaw is now the No. 13 overallVisited: Yes, Nov. 19Offered: Yes. 6-3 / 23 Kentucky Wildcats 34-30. 6 overall player and the No. Calipari on Edwards: "Justin has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways. 2023 Top Recruits; 2023 Top Classes; NBA Draft; . Wagner, a 6-foot-3 combo guard from New Jersey, choose the . However, the class of 2023 will look to change the fortunes of the struggling blue blood. He continued, Leaving room for a wild-card addition and the possibility that Calipari can land two of those wings, that would be 4-6 five-star players, with most of them ranked in the top 10 nationally.. 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