Kentucky basketball under Mark Pope: Transfer portal news, 2024 roster, targets, recruits by top UK insiders

May 31, 2024
5 mins read
Kentucky basketball under Mark Pope: Transfer portal news, 2024 roster, targets, recruits by top UK insiders



The Kentucky Wildcats are one of the most famous programs in college basketball. That’s why Mark Pope’s hiring sent shockwaves following John Calipari’s departure after Kentucky failed to advance out of the second round of the NCAA tournament for the third consecutive year. The Wildcats haven’t won a national championship since 2012, but fans are hoping Pope can be the coach to end Kentucky’s title drought. Pope has the experience necessary to lead the Wildcats to the promised land, having won a national championship as a player at Kentucky in 1996. However, Pope’s biggest undertaking will be rebuilding the Kentucky basketball roster following the mass exodus of players following the Calipari’s departure.

Pope has already hit the college basketball transfer portal hard and has several commitments in the 2024 class, but there is still a lot of work to be done on the Kentucky basketball recruiting trail. If you love the Wildcats or just want the latest roster updates and news from the college basketball transfer portal, be sure to See what the proven team of experts is saying at CatsPause, the 247Sports affiliate covering Kentucky.

The team of insiders at CatsPause. with are providing up-to-date information on the latest information regarding the Kentucky basketball coaching transition and roster changes. CatsPause has built a solid reputation over its 20-plus years covering the Wildcats and has deeply rooted sources in and around the Kentucky athletic department. And now, CatsPause is offering 50% off your first year of annual subscription*, so now is the time to sign up.

The CatsPause team has complete coverage on who’s making and who’s making the Kentucky basketball roster. Head to CatsPause now for all the insider info.

Kentucky Basketball Roster Matches

Pope had to hit the ground running when he was named Kentucky’s new head coach, as several members of last year’s Kentucky basketball roster left Lexington. Forward Zvonimir Ivisic is the first player to follow Calipari to Arkansas, and guard/forward Adou Thiero followed after playing his last two seasons under coach Cal. Aaron Bradshaw has joined Ohio State, and guard Joey Hart will be on the Ball State roster next season. Point guard DJ Wagner will follow Calipari to Arkansas.

Justin Edwards, Rob Dillingham and Ugonna Onyenso have made the final decision to declare for the Draft. Kentucky will also be without leading scorers Tre Mitchell and Antonio Reeves next season, as both players have graduated. Join CatsPause for the latest on all of Kentucky’s roster changes.

Kentucky Basketball News, Roster

Pope and his staff have been quite successful in rebuilding Kentucky’s roster through the transfer portal. They signed eight players in the transfer portal, including two centers: Brandon Garrison and Amari Williams. Garrison was productive at Oklahoma State as a freshman, averaging 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game. He made 57.2% of his shots from the field and was disruptive on the defensive end of the floor, averaging 1.5 blocks and 0.8 steals per game.

Williams was an effective scorer for Drexel last season, ranking second on the team in averaging 12.2 points per game. He also led the Dragons in rebounds (7.8) and blocks (1.8) per game. Williams made 51.7% of his field goals, so he and Garrison will be reliable scoring options for the Wildcats next season. Join CatsPause for the latest on all of Kentucky’s roster additions.

How to Get Insider Kentucky Basketball Roster Updates

Pope could also bring at least one big BYU player with him, so be sure to join CatsPause to see who it is and get the rest of the insider news.

Who are the top names Kentucky basketball is pursuing under coach Mark Pope, and which former BYU player could land in Lexington? Go to CatsPause to Get your inside scoop, all from a team of reporters with years of experience covering the Wildcats, and find out. And remember: CatsPause is offering 50% off the first year of an annual VIP membership*, so sign up now before it’s too late.

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