6-6 / Ben Roberts. The mid-post has long been a staple of his individual offense, but now hes getting some easy points by moving without the ball more freely.". 6-5 / 13 and Sheppard at No. Here's what UK is getting in Onyenso (via a scouting report from Adam Finkelstein just last month): A 7-footer with a 7-foot-5 wingspan, he not only has game-changing size and length, but also terrific defensive instincts. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegebasketball | pageType: stories | HighKanon Catchings is just scratching the surface of how good he can be. "He is exceptionally imposing with the ball because of his positional size, strength, body control and balance holding off contact and maintaining his line, even when going through the lane with euros. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Given that, along with his size and shooting potential, he has a chance to evolve into the modern-day big wing that is so coveted at the highest level.. Richmond earned a spot in the rankings coming out of the summer thanks to good size and potential as a deep jump shooter. Earned double digit offers this winter and a decision could be coming soon. Aarons motor continues to improve, he has great size and mobility. A 6-foot-8 wing with the ability to play inside or out, he's got plus athleticism, deep range on his jumper and some real swagger to the way he plays the game. 1 prospect in the class of 2023 basketball rankings per @247Sports. 4 in the nation. Go Cats!!! "He is exceptionally imposing with the ball because of his positional size, strength, body control and balance holding off contact and maintaining his line, even when going through the lane with euros. All-New 24/7 Sports News Network: Stream Now! 2024 Top Justin has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways, Kentucky coach John Calipari said of Edwards. Buzelis is the only top-100 player to turn professional straight out of high school this cycle after the 2021 and 2022 classes yielded seven total. 2026; 2025; 2024; 2023; 2022; 2021; 2020; 2019; 2018; 2017; 2016; 2015; 2014; 2013; 2012; 247Sports Composite. 200, C / Travis Perry and Reed Sheppard begin postseason, and other top UK basketball recruiting links, A top center prospect in 2024 class provides recruiting update, including Kentucky interest. In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Composite Rating. You can see that the area under the curve gets smaller both as the rating for a commit decreases and as the number of total commits for a school increases. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ", Tom Izzo said in a press release on Signing Day. What to know: Future Kentucky mens basketball players in game in Frankfort Friday night, Class of 2024 Kentucky basketball recruit Tahaad Pettiford makes college commitment, In-state Kentucky recruit Travis Perry being courted by college basketballs best team. Why he The 247Sports Top 150 has received a full update and while we are still a few weeks away from the winter changing to spring, this new batch of rankings is full of change. WebTerrence Clarke Brewster Academy (Wolfeboro, NH) 6-7 / 185. He's a guy who attacks defenders and it isn't very often that they are up to the challenge of stopping him. Hes very athletic, not just vertically, but in the way he covers the floor, thrives in the open court, can move laterally, and his speed, Finklestein wrote of Holland. 228, PF / 232, PG / "He is exceptionally imposing with the ball because of his positional size, strength, body control and balance holding off contact and maintaining his line, even when going through the lane with euros.". 4 Florida State 149.96. He was one of the most dominant shot-blockers in all of prep school basketball last year, after arriving at Putnam Science Academy for the second semester. His strong performance for Imhotep helped him jump from No. UK is No. Whats going on with Kentucky basketball recruiting? USC landed the crowned jewel of the 2023 class in five-star point guard Isaiah Collier, while Kentucky reeled in the most top-10 commitments with three. Not anymore. He's a 6-foot-7 wing with length and athleticism who can dribble, pass and shoot with a polished offensive package able to go out and create his own offense at any given moment and can rebound and defend at a high level.". 12 to No. Booker is the third-highest-ranked prospect to sign with the Spartans since 2000, trailing Shannon Brown (2003) and Jaren Jackson (2017). 6-7 / 44. WebKSR Basketball Recruiting Travis Perry taking unofficial visit to Kentucky vs. Auburn Jack Pilgrim 02/23/23 KSR Basketball Recruiting Robert Dillingham dazzles with 29 points in Overtime Elite semis Zack Geoghegan 02/22/23 KSR Basketball Recruiting Four future Wildcats named to 2023 Iverson Classic roster Zack Geoghegan 02/20/23 6-3 / That isnt something you can teach, and I know Justin is going to demand the same of his teammates.. 2 power forward. You can check out the full top-150 rankings here. He has a terrific left hand that allows him to slash and score inside the paint equally well with both hands. 14 to No. He has all types of passes in his bag he reads ball-screens well, is poised probing the lane with terrific change of pace, very good penetrating to pitch, able to throw darts off the dribble with either hand, or use his size to throw over top of defenders.". section: | slug: kentucky-basketball-recruiting-four-star-c-ugonna-kingsley-onyenso-commits-to-wildcats | sport: collegebasketball | route: article_single.us | While the term versatile defender gets thrown around easily these days, Holland actually embodies it. Ranked the No. 3 overall, and contending to earn that top spot overall as the season draws near. Get the fastest scores, stats, news, LIVE videos, and more. Recruitment: Committed to North Carolina. "His shot-making from behind the arc is his best asset," Finklestein wrote of Mgbako. Deion Sanders isnt the only one enjoying newfound recruiting success in Boulder. He has terrific size, can play multiple positions and can score the ball at all three levels. Edwards averaged 18.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game while leading Imhotep to city and state titles as a junior. Robert Dillingham and Reed Sheppard both saw their rankings drop slightly, as Dillingham came in at No. 7-0 / It was a horrific ending to the season, especially on the heels of a 9-16 record in 2020-21, but Edwards' commitment shows how strong the Big Blue Nation brand remains in recruiting. Buzelis spurned offers from Kentucky, UNC, Kansas and Duke to choose the G League's Ignite program, becoming the first to do so before finishing his high school career. On the summer circuit, he plays for Team Final. The McDonalds All-American Game is less than a month away, and 48 of 247Sports top 50 recruits in the 2023 classhave committed to play collegiately or professionally, with four-stars Bronny James and Dennis Evans the lone exceptions. Kentucky continued its recruiting dominance in the class of 2023, signing the nations top combo guard, small forward and center. ", (Photo: Courtesy of Dan Fritz/@DFritzphotos), (Photo: Amanda Inscore, USA TODAY Sports), His combination of positional size, strength, instincts, and overall feel for the game is unmatched," Finklestein wrote of Collier. Below is a graphical representation of how our formula works. 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But, the 6-foot-9 forward at Fort Worth (Texas) Haltom is mobile, has length and he can really shoot the ball from deep. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 6-6 / When you keep getting a little better in each area and your frame starts to fill out, then your stock really starts to rise and that's why Chance Puryear of Dallas (Texas) Carter has made a leap. The McDonalds All-American game is less than a month away, and 48 of 247Sports 2023 Top 50 Basketball Recruits have committed to play collegiately or USC landed the crowned jewel of the 2023 class in five-star point guard Isaiah Collier, while Kentucky reeled in the most top-10 commitments with three. 2 overall player in the Class of 2023 by 247Sports, Edwards is UK's third top-30 commitment of the class and second-five star pledge along with guard https://t.co/2zuhLMrcjz pic.twitter.com/YO3cIGrTNJ. 245, C / 210, PG / "Hes very lean, and not yet able to play through contact on a consistent basis, but there is a ton of natural talent to develop. The John Clay Podcast: Kentucky-Auburn basketball preview. However, he was a little bit inconsistent so we decided to be a little more cautious with his ranking. Before he cut down his list to Kentucky and Tennessee, Edwards also considered Auburn, Kansas, Maryland, Villanova and the G League Ignite. ", Hes a jumbo wing with terrific positional size at 6-foot-8, long arms, and a lot of fluidity as he covers the court," Finklestein wrote of Williams. The 6-foot-7 star for Imhotep Institute in Philadelphia is considered the No. Collier is the highest-ranked-prospect to commit to USC since 2000 and is the only five-star point guard to sign with the Trojans during that span. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 195. Wagner is the third-highest-ranked guard to commit to the Wildcats since 2000, trailing only John Wall (2009) and Shaedon Sharpe (2021). 10 in the nation. Class of 2024 Kentucky basketball recruit Tahaad Pettiford makes college commitment February 1, 2023, 3:12 PM UK Basketball Recruiting In-state Kentucky Also, check out some recent highlights packages of Kentuckys current three-man 2023 class. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. PF / Mgbako is the 23rd top-10 prospect to sign with the Blue Devils since 2000. As a 7-footer, he can change the game on both ends of the court. 6-2 / 189, PG / Odds & lines subject to change. Kentucky recruit Travis Perry on cusp of state scoring record, Sweet 16 return. The commitment likely solidifies another top-10 class for John Calipari his 14th straight since taking over in 2009 but would be the first of his tenure to rank outside the top five of the national rankings. Get daily insights and the latest scoop on all-things Kentucky. He can really shoot the ball, and he reminds us a lot of a younger Jaren Jackson Jr. Hes a player that can do a lot of versatile things. The McDonalds All-American Game is less than a month away, and 48 of 247Sports top 50 recruits in the 2023 classhave committed to play collegiately or professionally, with four-stars Bronny James and Dennis Evans the lone exceptions. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. See the latest outages from Kentucky Utilities, Blue Grass Energy and more, Flash flooding, tornadoes possible Friday in Lexington. He has a terrific left hand that allows him to slash and score inside the paint equally well with both hands. It isn't just coaches who are looking forward to getting a closer look at him as he's one that the 247Sports crew is also eager to learn more about. Castle is the crown jewel of the Huskies impressive 2023 recruiting class, which ranks No. Previous ranking: 56. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. 7:07 pm ET, Alabama vs. Texas A&M odds, how to watch, stream, Duke vs. North Carolina prediction, spread, live stream, Oregon vs. Stanford prediction, spread, live stream, Kentucky vs. Arkansas prediction, spread, live stream, Alabama vs. Texas A&M prediction, spread, live stream, No. 220, PF / Taking over the top spot is Isaiah Collier out of Georgia, who jumped up from third to take over the No. Holland is the second-highest-ranked power forward to commit to the Longhorns since 2000, behind Mo Bamba (2017). 23 Kentucky. While his defense is currently ahead of his offense, he has a soft natural touch to develop and is also both a lob threat and a rim-runner who changes ends particularly well for a player his size. USC already had commitments from four-star combo guard Silas Demary Jr. and Collier's Wheeler teammate Arrinten Page, a four-star forward. "Hes very lean, and not yet able to play through contact on a consistent basis, but there is a ton of natural talent to develop. Drake Powell (Photo: Jim Hawkins/Inside Carolina) Recruitment: Committed to North Carolina. Highlights: UK basketball signee Dillingham shows off passing ability at Overtime Elite. 39 prospect in the 247Sports rankings, was the highest-ranked uncommitted prospect in the 2022 class, thus giving UK one of the last remaining blue-chippers remaining ahead of the 2022-23 season. Kentucky will look to add a combination of these targets to their lone commit in the 2023 class, in-state legacy recruit, Reed Sheppard, who dropped to 29th, down six Kentucky Wildcats College Basketball, College Football and Recruiting on 247Sports Kentucky's 2022-23 season following familiar script Kentucky's 2022-23 season following familiar script 247sports.com - Chris Fisher 1d If you've followed Kentucky basketball in the John Calipari era, this season has followed a familiar script. Updated Rankings! In retrospect, we should have been much more aggressive. Ranked the No. CLICK HERE to download the CBS Sports Mobile App and get the latest on your team today. 4 overall prospect and top center in the Class of 2023 by 247Sports, Bradshaw picked Kentucky over Louisville, Texas, UCLA, USC and an 14 overall in the 247Sports Team Rankings. 6 South Carolina 114.15. UK basketball is without a 2024 commit. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He displayed body language suggesting that the topic of Dariq Whitehead, who arrived in Durham at No. Why he moved: A 6-foot-8 forward who has skill, length, fluid athleticism and feel for the game, Brownsburg (Ind.) Five-star small forward Matas Buzelis signed with the G Leagues ignite program, becoming the first top-10 recruit to spurn college ball for the pros since Jaden Hardy in 2021. Recruitment: Has taken official visits to Oregon and Washington and holds offers from others including Colorado, Ohio State, UNLV and USC. A Sea of Blue comes loaded with the best Kentucky Wildcats links, news, analysis, and other fun stuff, so like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 6-6 / Now, its here to stay. Leading the way for the Dropping off the top spot is Wagner, who now ranks No. USC landed the crowned jewel of the 2023 class in five-star point guard Isaiah Collier, while Kentucky reeled in the most top-10 commitments with three. 6-keys: media/spln/collegebasketball/reg/free/stories, at With Edwards, Dillingham and No. Duke, the lone ACC program to sign a top-10 recruit in 2023, welcomes the nations No. He has a high ceiling and has only begun to scratch the surface of the kind of player he can be.. 6-10 / 6-9 / 260, C / Kentucky basketball gains recruiting momentum It would be easy to tie the first commitment from a No. Edwards, the No. Why he moved: Out on the West Coast, nobody in the class of 2024 made a bigger impression for a move up the rankings than Marcus Adams Jr. did. Why he moved: Jacob Cofie first hit the 247Sports radar back in June of 2021 when he looked like a potential Pac-12 type big man while playing with his Sammamish (Wash.) Eastside Catholic squad. The trio all played their high school ball on the East Coast. Ranked as the No. Dukes 2023 class features five five-stars and is headlined by Mgbako, the nations No. One of the more feisty competitors at the point guard position, Warren earned a bump up the rankings because of his willingness to compete from end to end and on both ends of the floor. Hes also an elite competitor who plays hard, has a way of raising the level of those around him, and doesnt get enough credit for bringing a similar mindset to the defensive end of the floor. Kentucky. 247Sports Kentucky reeled in a big fish in the 2022 recruiting cycle on Monday, scoring a verbal commitment from four-star 7-footer Ugonna Kingsley Onyenso to 6-11 / 225, PF / He's a solid vertical athlete who is also capable of utilizing his touch around the rim to make tough finishes with both hands.". The most impactful trait we can have on the defensive end is the ability to block shots, and Aaron is elite at that, Calipari said of Bradshaw. The Cats will be looking to land three top-five prospects in the class. Here are where the top 10 players in the 2023 class are heading next season: Booker, the nation's No. All Atak needs is for more coaches to take the time to go out and see him play and he could become one of the hottest names of the grassroots season. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. He has a pretty jump shot out to the three point line, is a versatile scorer who can play as a big wing or a floor stretching four man and he's gaining more and more confidence each time he hits the floor. He also has all of the tools that a versatile big in todays game needs. Sports Illustrated projects Kentuckys permanent opponents in new SEC schedule format, Friday Headlines: Cason Wallace Watch Edition. That isnt something you can teach, and I know Justin is going to demand the same of his teammates.. 2 Notre Dame 166.63. What was it about Catchings and Powell that allowed them to make such big leaps? He already has a great understanding that he can positively impact winning without scoring. The trio all played their high school ball on the East Coast. At least 4 deaths; power outages climb. Windstorm knocked it down. 6-11 / Hes very athletic, not just vertically, but in the way he covers the floor, thrives in the open court, can move laterally, and his speed, Finklestein wrote of Holland. We take a deeper look. 7 prospect, power forward Mackenzie Mgbako. "Booker the marquee player in this class at 6-10, with a 7-4 wingspan, coach Tom Izzo said in a press release on Signing Day. He is the highest-ranked guard to commit to the Huskies since 2000. He is not only the first five-star but the first top-50 recruit to commit to the Buffaloes since 2000. All Rights Reserved. WebBrand new player rankings update for the 2024 class has been released! The ability he showed attacking the rim, making plays in the open floor and becoming more confident with his jumper were but an appetizer to what he had planned for the winter. 3 LSU 160.69. 187, PG / 3 overall prospect in the 2023 class, chose Kentucky over Tennessee and is the highest-rated small forward to sign with the Wildcats since 2000. Recruitment: Offers from Mississippi State, North Texas, Saint Louis, SMU, Texas A&M, Texas Tech and others. I was at home. Bradshaw, Wagner bring the Camden High School show to UK basketball fans. The Wildcats bring back the reigning national player of the year in Oscar Tshiebwe, a big man who dominated on the glass and in the paint last season, but behind him a clear dearth of depth was a major concern. "His shot-making from behind the arc is his best asset," Finklestein wrote of Mgbako. 250, SF / We liked his near 6-foot-8 size, length and ability to make shots from the perimeter. 255, SG / 3 class in 2022 and reeled in two five-stars in 2023, Holland and combo guard AJ Johnson. 7 prospect, power forward Mackenzie Mgbako. 247Sports was the first major recruiting service to include Sharpe in its national rankings for 2022 last fall, and he steadily climbed that list as his breakout junior Why he moved: As a junior Billy Richmond moved from Memphis to Camden (N.J.) High and even though he was somewhat in the shadows of 2023 five-star Kentucky commits DJ Wagner and Aaron Bradshaw, he was able to make a name for himself. Highlights: UK recruits Bradshaw, Wagner, Richmond steal show in Camdens win in Frankfort. He plays in constant attack mode, accelerates right at his defender while mixing in some shake and shiftiness, scores around the rim with both hands, and is a legitimate threat to create his own shot at all three-levels.. 215, PG / "Hes very lean, and not yet able to play through contact on a consistent basis, but there is a ton of natural talent to develop. Web2022 Top Basketball Recruits in Kentucky (0) 2022 High School. Five-star basketball recruit trims list of schools on his birthday. Hes got versatility, hes got athleticism, hes got a solid shot and he has a great understanding of the game.". ", Tom Izzo said in a press release on Signing Day. The mid-post has long been a staple of his individual offense, but now hes getting some easy points by moving without the ball more freely.". 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. 2 power forward. Kentucky Basketball recruits in 247 Sports recruiting rankings for 2023 - A Sea Of Blue College Basketball Recruiting Men's College Basketball Kentucky Wildcats Kentucky continued its recruiting dominance in the class of 2023, signing the nations top combo guard, small forward and center. Aaron Bradshaw and DJ Wagner star in Frankfort, and other top UK basketball recruiting links. 250, PG / 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Who are the eight other players that climbed more than 15 spots in this update and why did they go up? I really like how active he is defensively and his desire to rebound every ball. Booker is the third-highest-ranked prospect to sign with the Spartans since 2000, trailing Shannon Brown (2003) and Jaren Jackson (2017). Live updates: Historical windstorm blows in. 230, SG / "Hes a jumbo wing with terrific positional size at 6-foot-8, long arms, and a lot of fluidity as he covers the court," Finklestein wrote of Williams. CLICK HERE to download the CBS Sports Mobile App and get the latest on your team today. 1 on 247 Bradshaw, Wagners teammate at Camden High School, is the headliner of Kentuckys elite 2023 recruiting class and is the second-best center to sign with the Wildcats, behind DeMarcus Cousins (2009). Recruitment: Visiting UCLA this weekend after recent officials to Kansas and Syracuse. 3 overall prospect in the 2023 class, chose Kentucky over Tennessee and is the highest-rated small forward to sign with the Wildcats since 2000. 6-11 / There's a chance that he could end up reclassifying to 2023 but for now he's planning to play during the spring and summer and if what he did during the high school season translates, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him make another leap. Texas hauled in its second-straight top-10 prospect in power forward Ron Holland, while Colorado secured its first-ever five-star recruit -- small forward Cody Williams. Deion Sanders isnt the only one enjoying newfound recruiting success in Boulder. 8 Oregon 6-3 / Michigan, UCLA, Cincinnati and USC are the main contenders in this recruitment. Buzelis spurned offers from Kentucky, UNC, Kansas and Duke to choose the G League's Ignite program, becoming the first to do so before finishing his high school career. I really like how active he is defensively and his desire to rebound every ball. 250, PF / CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. NFL analyst compares Will Levis to Dak Prescott, CJ Fredrick named to SEC Community Service Team, Kentucky advances past Florida in SEC Women's Tournament, Kentucky's magic runs out vs. Tennessee in SEC quarterfinals, Will Levis talks decision to throw, meeting with teams at NFL combine, Will Levis checks a lot of boxes for Fox Sports Radio's Colin Cowherd. 2 in the 247Sports Team Rankings for the class. "Hes a jumbo wing with terrific positional size at 6-foot-8, long arms, and a lot of fluidity as he covers the court," Finklestein wrote of Williams. As a 7-footer, he can change the game on both ends of the court. 6-8 / Since then he's grown to about 6-foot-9, continued to add onto his frame and more importantly he's really expanded his game. Kentucky basketball signee Robert Dillingham opted for Overtime Elite. WebStay up to date with all the Kentucky Wildcats sports news, recruiting, transfers, and more at 247Sports.com 247Sports 247Sports Home FB Rec FB Recruiting Home News Feed 6-4 / As he fills out and becomes more physical, he's got the tools to develop into a real problem thanks to his potential to play as either a three or a four on the college level. All Rights Reserved. 7 Texas Tech 112.75. 10 in the nation. Mgbako is the 23rd top-10 prospect to sign with the Blue Devils since 2000. "He sees the floor at a very high-level and very literally makes the game easier for his teammates. More Stories About Now the product of Oakdale (Conn.) St. Thomas More is getting a much deserved bump thanks to showing that everything that we saw in the summer was legit and that he's also improved his all-around game. Onyenso, the No. He displayed body language suggesting that the topic of Dariq Whitehead, who arrived in Durham at No. A long, versatile and skilled forward who can play the three or the four, Owens has turned flashes of potential into more consistent production over the past few months and he still has a lot of room to grow. Where Kentucky recruits stand in updated 247 Sports rankings, Kentucky vs. Arkansas viewing info, what to watch for, and predictions.
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