As the transfer portal continues to shape the college basketball landscape, Kentucky Basketball still remains heavily involved with a wide range of prospects to round out its 2026-27 roster.
From adding size in the frontcourt to securing scoring and playmaking in the backcourt, they are aggressively evaluating options as they look to build a complete and competitive roster for next season.
Below, we’re taking a look at some of the notable players still available that Kentucky has recruited at one point
or another.
Donnie Freeman
Freeman remains one of Kentucky’s top priorities in the frontcourt after his recent visit to Lexington, where the staff made a strong push to secure his commitment. The Syracuse transfer is now considering Kentucky, St. John’s, and Tennessee. His ability to score at all three levels while providing length and versatility makes him a potential cornerstone addition for Mark Pope’s roster.
Gabe Dynes
Dynes is set to visit Kentucky this week, giving the Wildcats an opportunity to evaluate the 7-foot-5 center in person as they look to add depth at the position. The Bluegrass native brings elite size and rim protection, and while still developing offensively, he could carve out a key role as a defensive anchor and backup big.
Justin McBride
McBride is expected to visit Lexington soon, as Kentucky continues to show strong interest in the James Madison forward following his breakout season. His ability to efficiently score, rebound, and stretch the floor with consistent 3-point shooting makes him an attractive option to fill a major need at the forward spot.
Jalen Cox
Cox is a highly productive guard that Kentucky has shown early interest in as they continue to evaluate backcourt options in the portal. Coming off a strong season at Colgate, his ability to score, facilitate, rebound, and defend at a high level makes him one of the more complete guard prospects available.
Leroy Blyden Jr.
Blyden has already been in contact with Kentucky through a Zoom meeting, signaling legitimate interest from the staff as they look to add depth at point guard. The Toledo transfer impressed as a freshman with his scoring efficiency and 3-point shooting, making him a potential long-term contributor.
Isaac Celiscar
Celiscar is another forward Kentucky has evaluated closely after a highly efficient season at Yale, where he showcased his ability to score inside and stretch the floor. His versatility, experience, and consistency make him a strong candidate to fill a multi-purpose role in the Wildcats’ system.
Paulius Murauskas
Murauskas is one of the top-ranked players in the transfer portal, but Kentucky has reportedly moved on after previously showing interest and holding a Zoom call. Despite his consistent double-double production, physicality, and experience at both the mid-major and high-major levels, the Wildcats are now focusing their attention on other frontcourt options. But if things fall through with Donnie Freeman, could we see Kentucky circle back and make a bigger push for Murauskas?
Eric Reibe
Kentucky was a major player for Reibe when he was a class of 2025 prospect before UConn won out in the end. But after just one season in Storrs, Reibe is now in the portal and eyeing his next school. Kentucky has reached out, but USC was seen as the early favorite, and several predictions have come in favor of the Trojans.
Kennard Davis
Davis has emerged as a versatile wing option for Kentucky, with the BYU transfer bringing starting experience and the ability to impact both ends of the floor. His length, defensive activity, and flashes of perimeter shooting give him the tools to contribute immediately in multiple roles.
Terrence Brown
Brown remains one of the top guards in the transfer portal, and while Kentucky had strong interest and was working to get him on campus, his planned visit has been postponed due to a family matter. The trip could still be rescheduled, but for now, it puts Kentucky behind other programs like the Kansas Jayhawks and North Carolina Tar Heels, both of whom have already hosted him. The Utah transfer averaged 19.9 points while showcasing his ability to play both on and off the ball, making him a highly sought-after option as Kentucky continues to evaluate backcourt additions alongside players like Zoom Diallo and Alex Wilkins.
Of course, there’s always going to be names that don’t get reported publicly. There’s still plenty of big-name guys out there like Wisconsin’s John Blackwell and Wake Forest’s Juke Harris that Kentucky could jump into the mix for, but for now, the 10 guys listed above are who Kentucky is confirmed to have made some level of contact with.
