College basketball rosters transition quickly, and the Kentucky Wildcats are undergoing significant changes for the 2024-25 season under new coach Mark Pope. Former head coach John Calipari frequently brought in five-star recruits, but the one-and-done strategy led to issues with high turnover and reliance on young players. Pope is now focused on building a roster that can succeed in March, aiming to avoid the early exits from the NCAA Tournament that plagued Calipari’s final years.
The Wildcats are actively reshaping their roster through transfers, late recruiting additions, and retaining current players. With the college basketball transfer portal open until May 1, Pope has a lot of ground to cover as he navigates his first season at Kentucky. If you want the latest updates on the Wildcats’ roster changes and transfer portal news, turn to CatsPause, the trusted 247Sports affiliate covering all things Kentucky basketball.
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Several players have either graduated or left the Kentucky basketball program, including Antonio Reeves, Tre Mitchell, Rob Dillingham, Justin Edwards, and Ugonna Onyenso. Additionally, freshman standout D.J. Wagner has entered the transfer portal, adding to the roster turnover. Pope is facing the challenge of rebuilding the team with several departures and decommitments from the 2024 recruiting class.
As Pope looks to fill out the roster, Kentucky fans will closely watch the remaining players like Reed Sheppard and the potential addition of former BYU guard Collin Chandler. With multiple scholarships available, Pope is actively pursuing new recruits and transfers to strengthen the Wildcats’ lineup for the upcoming season.
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