Wagner's father, Dajuan Wagner, played for Kentucky head coach John Calipari for one season at Memphis before being selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the sixth overall pick in the 2002 NBA draft. Kentucky now has five commitments. He joins small forward Justin Edwards (No. Forward to Family & Friends; Share a Memory; Add a Photo; Print; Contact Support; Upgrade; Death Certificates; Share This Obituary. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. In addition to his chops as a scorer, Wagner also averaged 4.3 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 3.2 steals last season. 6 pick in the 2002 NBA Draft. 8) rounding out the quartet. 18h. Reed Sheppard reaches 5-star status; Dajuan Wagner Jr. still No. Most of all, there's no denying that he's going to have to shoot the ball from long-range at a higher rate than he did this summer, and yet also no glaring mechanical deficiency that should prevent him from doing so. Resides in Pleasant Grove, UT. That is not the case with Louisville. Wagner's stepbrother, Kareem Watkins, signed with the Wildcats as a walk-on in November 2020 and is heading into his junior season with the team. 5-10 / Wagner has many other connections to Kentucky too. All Rights Reserved. Pervis is an important ally in Wagners (and Aaron Bradshaws) recruitment and KP seems to have Pervis in his corner. section: | slug: dj-wagner-recruitment-is-kentucky-or-louisville-the-best-fit-for-the-no-1-prospect-in-the-class-of-2023 | sport: collegebasketball | route: article_single.us | 11/4/2021. KP, Nolan Smith, and Danny Manning have all recruited and developed top tier talent and they intend to do more of the same at Louisville. The reasoning why is pretty clear, and it is because Wagner will trailblaze the path for massive NIL deals. With Wagner's father being a former first round draft pick, he has been a major part in DJs game and recruitment. 1-ranked high school senior, announced his commitment to Kentucky on Monday, choosing the Wildcats over Louisville. 210, SF / 6-6 / If you can facilitate as a creator and as a scorer -- which Wagner can do -- then UK will free you up. I want to play with freedom. Aaron Bradshaw, DJ Wagners teammate with the Scholars and at Camden high school, is a consensus five-star center in the 2023 class. NA NA NA. Wagner is the son of former NBA athlete DaJuan Wagner and . Villanova: It was a pretty good visit and I liked it. 215, SG / 210, PG / He never tried to recruit me. 1-ranked recruit Wagner chooses Kentucky, No. 6-7 / October 7, 1929 - April 19, 2013 Provo, Utah Set a Reminder for the Anniversary of John's Passing. 6-3 / I don't know.. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He lacks great positional size and is a good, albeit not great, overall athlete. There are not two better big-man coaches in college basketball and, under their tutelage, Bradshaw could be the top NBA draft pick in 2024. Wagner, a 5-star recruit and the consensus number 1 ranked player in the 2023 class, is a 6 3 combo guard who does it all. The Kentucky Wildcats . wagner verbal commits. 6-6 / Louisville basketball needs guards but whos available? 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 | In the updated 247 Sports rankings, Booker jumped from no. ", Kentucky basketball recruiting:These players have committed to the Wildcats' 2023 class. New Jersey's reigning Gatorade Boys Basketball Player of the Year, Wagner has not taken an official visit to Louisville, which under first-year coach Kenny Payne hired the prospect's grandfather, Milt Wagner, as its director of player development and alumni relations in May. 2 ranked class also features five players who range between No. 185, C / No Results for 2021 Basketball; Signed . Kenny Payne and the Louisville basketball staff are off and running in their recruitment of top talent in the 2023 class. SG. 6-7 / 195, SF / 6-3 / Josh Friedman has produced award-winning South Jersey sports coverage for the Courier Post, The Daily Journal and the Burlington County Times for more than a decade. The 6-foot-3, 175-pound Sheppard is now ranked 21st overall and fourth among shooting guards in the Class of 2023. 26 in the rankings. Caleb has received an offer from @MsideFootball. 1 in the 247Sports Composite. The answer to that question may soon be unveiled after a topsy-turvy recruitment process that's seen wild swings in momentum for both programs. It goes without saying that DJ Wagner is Louisville's top target in the 2023 class. Wagner is both quick and strong. Calipari's roots run deep in the Wagner family, and what he helped do for Dajuan Wagner (getting him to the NBA) and for Milt Wagner (giving him his start in coaching) can't be understated. 1-ranked high school senior, announced his commitment to Kentucky men's basketball Monday, choosing the Wildcats over Louisville. Milt Wagner played at Louisville with its current coach. It has long been rumored that Wagner and Bradshaw want to play together in college; however, I dont believe they are a package deal. He alsoattended Big Blue Madness in 2021andparticipated in a father-son summer campCalipari hosted at UK in 2018. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. At the center of a recruiting battle between Kentucky and Adidas-backed Louisville, Wagner starred for the NJ Scholars on Nike's EYBL circuit over the summer, which included a high-profile stop in the 502. 1 prospect D.J. He chose Kentucky over Louisville and many others. In May, Payne hired Milt Wagner as the program's director of player development and alumni relationship -- a similar move to when Calipari hired Milt at Memphis in 2000. Hard Commits (2) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. I want to be athletic. Louisvilles chances to land Wagner are high. Wagner, the No. Wagner, the No. You can also contact him at 856-486-2431. Verbal Commits - Camp Wagner Player Profile: Rankings, Stars, Video Highlights, Offers, Tweets, Height, Weight, High School, Position, Hometown * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). He's at his best in the open court, playing in transition. Verbal Commits - Tim Wagner Player Profile: Rankings, Stars, Video Highlights, Offers, Tweets, Height, Weight, High School, Position, Hometown In theory, the move should have given first-year coach Kenny Payne a leg up on Calipari in the recruiting process. I expect Louisville to be added to that list in the coming months. We'd love an assist, just let us know about the error and we'll get right on it. Chances are Wagner only stays in college one season as hes primed to be among the top picks in the 2024 NBA Draft. With Wagner off the board, No. 1 ranked 2023 recruiting class. Bradshaw is the No. And Louisville legends have been a mainstay around DJ Wagner on the grassroots circuit thanks to those connections. Camden (N.J.) High School senior center and 2023 UK men's basketball signee Aaron Bradshaw (2) warms up before facing Combine Academy (N.C.) during a game at . 1 ranked recruit in the Class of 2023 and a consensus five-star prospect, announced on Monday he's joining the Wildcats,. Kentucky landed another huge commitment from the Class of 2023 on Monday, when five-star guard DJ Wagner committed to the Wildcats. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Dajuan Wagner went on to become the No. One that will live and grow with more information and new features to keep up with the ever changing basketball landscape. All Filters. The Camden High School senior, ESPN's No. 185, PF / Milt Wagner also attended all of his grandsons game after he was hired the week before as Louisvilles Director of Player Development and Alumni Relations. Barbee later went on to serve on staff at Kentucky under Calipari from 2014 to 2021 before taking the head coaching position at Central Michigan. 6-9 / Help support local journalism with a subscription. It's impossible to project as we sit here in the dog days of summer as he's never been a head coach, but everything Payne has said about what the system will look like suggests Wagner and his abilities as a do-it-all guard would be properly featured. 2), Aaron Bradshaw (No. Chris Murphy. When I watched him coach I could feel the intensity, how he disciplines his team and how he breaks it down. Kentucky also got another prediction to land Sheppard recently. 6-0 / 6-6 / Wagner also helped lead USA Basketball to a gold medal at the 2022 FIBA U17 World Championships, starting all seven games and averaging 9.0 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.9 assists. My father definitely helps me a lot because he's been through the whole process in high school, through college, and the NBA, he continued. 6-10 / He's a scoring point guard in the mold of Cleveland Cavaliers star Darius Garland. Duke's No. 6-2 / 44) in the group. "My older brother Kareem is on the team," he said. Wagner is a 6-foot-3 combo guard from Camden, New Jersey, who has long been regarded as one of the top players of the 2023 cycle. 240. Tom Jurich could have had a statue; Now he should just hope for respect, Louisville basketball: The stories that made the 2013 season legendary. When Wagner arrives in Lexington on Friday, it will be at least the third time he's visited UK. 6-5 / Verbal Commits - Nick Wagner Player Profile: Rankings, Stars, Video Highlights, Offers, Tweets, Height, Weight, High School, Position, Hometown Gambling problem? 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 | 6-2 / DJ Wagner is a 6-foot-2 combination guard out of Camden (N.J.) High that ranks as the No. On Saturday night, when Wagner faced Bronny James and Strive for Greatness, there were a number of former players in attendance, including Darrell Griffith, Robbie Valentine, Herbert Crook, Wiley Brown, Kevin Walls, Jerry Eaves, Tick Rogers, Beau Zach Smith, Will Olliges, Russ Smith, Sydney Curry, El Ellis, and Mike James. 200, PF / 1 ranked recruit in the Class of 2023 and a consensus five-star prospect, announced on Monday hes joining the Wildcats, where hell play for head coach John Calipari, who coached DJs father Dajuan at the University of Memphis. This marks only the third time in the last 10 years where one school has landed four top-10 prospects in the same class: Kentucky in 2013, which had five of the top nine, and Duke in 2017. His brother Kareem Watkins and former Panther teammate Lance Ware are both on the roster, and current Camden running mate and fellow five-star recruit Aaron Bradshaw committed in October. Philadelphia, Pa. -- The number one player in the class of 2023, DJ Wagnerhad a big showing on day two of the Philly Live period with tons of college coaches in attendance. While it's still very early in Wagner's recruitment he is open to all options as he continues to focus on his game and high school/AAU season. Wagner is considered the No. 5 and No. 1 overall prospect Isaiah Collier is the only player remaining in the top 10 of the class who has yet to commit. Heck, I even found myself standing next to Chane Behanen behind the Scholars bench. He is, outside of Johnson, the only player in the 2023 class to hold a Louisville offer (from Kenny Payne). It's crazy the history of guards they have had over there. It's a really nice school. 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. Feb 11 MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT: A message from @JUCOadvocate New look, new functionality. He brings a true competitive spirit to the game; winning is paramount to Wagner. It was very exciting, and it was pretty cool to actually see them in person as they stood up there but I just came with the same approach of playing to win and staying prepared, he said. Though his pedigree as the son and grandson of former college stars may have helped him reach the national radar initially, his game speaks for itself. 6-4 / 185, PF / Off-court fit: Wagner has signed an NIL deal -- already! https://t.co/9m9dzUO5EL 34d Prep Redzone Nebraska Huge offer for @FHS_tigerfb OL Caleb Wagner! Booker is a 6 10, 205-pound center from Indianapolis, IN. As a high school junior last season, Wagner averaged 19.8 points and led Camden to a New Jersey state championship. 225, PG / DJ Wagner dubbed one of the 20 most important CBB names over the next 20 years. Who will win each 2023 conference tournament? He's decisive once he gets into the paint, knowing when to pull-up, jump-stop and use his floater or kick out to an open teammate for a shot. Head coach: Bashir Mason. New assistant coach Orlando Antigua was the primary coach in contact with Sheppard once recruiting restrictions with 2023 prospects were lifted in June. 1 recruit DJ Wagner: UK vs. UL, Court Report: Strange resumes, best turnarounds, Tennessee's Zakai Ziegler out for season with ACL tear, Dribble Handoff: March Madness breakout stars. Wagner, along with his potential NIL deal, could help shape the future of college basketball. I'm a college basketball fan and I love watching March Madness.. As for other Kentucky targets in the 2023 class, Dajuan Wagner Jr. remains the No. 220, SF / When it comes time to pick a college, Sheppard has said he wants to go, Somewhere that feels like family, feels like home. He's scored 1,477 points in his high school career and has been named Gatorade New Jersey Player of the Year each of the past two seasons. 6-7 / Wagner was not the only player Syracuse basketball offered on Saturday. Louisville football: How great can the 2023 class be? As of right now Im considering everyone and enjoying the process., : It was good, we had a nice conversation and I love Kentucky especially with family ties and things like that. Defensively, he's effective when guarding on the ball and also has good anticipation off the ball. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Wagner, Bradshaw, Medley and Robinson will have a group signing ceremony on Wednesday. A program that would get me better everyday, get me to be the best that I can be, and where I can help win as many games as possible, he said. DJ Wagner, the top college basketball recruit in the 2023 class, has strengthened his ties to the University of Kentucky's longtime apparel sponsor. The Orange also offered 2023 prospects Papa Kante, Joseph Estrella and Reid Ducharme, as well as 2024 wing Donnie Freeman .. He also tends to be stuck in first ear and needs to learn when to slow down and pick his spots. Wagner will be the first big college basketball profit maker in the age of NIL (presuming Bronny James doesnt go to college). He is the younger brother of Jalen Green, the number 2 pick in the 2021 NBA draft and contender for NBA ROY. Wagner Football Names Captains for 2018 Season. San Francisco, California, United States. Met Nick Wagner in 2012 in Ada, Minn. 305, PF / The long-awaited commitment of DJ Wagner for the Kentucky men's basketball program on Monday has solidified UK's 2023 recruiting class among the all-time greats. That said, Wagner is as good as advertised and cemented himself, at least in my mind, as the best player in the 2023 class. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. 220, SF / He was hounded all weekend by double and triple teams and was, almost constantly, pushed, slapped, and grabbed. A Sea of Blue comes loaded with Kentucky Wildcats links, news, analysis, and some other fun stuff, so like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter. With Louisville struggling on the court early in Payne's tenure, landing a player of Wagner's caliber would have infused some excitement into the program. He is arguably the best shot blocker in the class and moves as well as any 7-footer that Ive seen. "My father definitely helps me a lot because he's been through the whole process. 175, SG / 2023 www.courier-journal.com. The Kentucky Wildcats have been a recruiting powerhouse over the last decade. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
. "This was an extremely difficult decision that I went back-and-forth with for a long time. 1 overall recruiting class, and that includes three of the top four players in the nation. 4 overall player in the national senior class. He also sent both fanbases into a frenzy by signing with and appearing in an ad campaign for Nike sub-label NOCTA, a collaboration with rapper (and noted Wildcats fan) Drake. Instead, it appears Payne may have to do some heavy lifting in the transfer portal after this season to get the Cardinals back on track after what is shaping up to be a rough 2022-23 season. 6-7 / Connections:John Calipari coached DJ's father, Dajuan Wagner, at Memphis during the 2001-2002 season. He's not a true point guard, and yet has needed the ball in his hands to be effective to this point in his career, as he's been the focal point of almost every environment he's been in to date. 1624d. 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. He proved that last weekend. Ive never seem him so jovial and excited as he was talking to his former teammates and friends. ", Kentucky basketball recruiting:Top 2023 prospects DJ Wagner, Aaron Bradshaw to visit Big Blue Madness: Report. Payne bringing Milt Wagner aboard isn't their only connection, though; they played together at Louisville in the 1980s and were on the same 1986 NCAA championship team together. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. 5 prospect in the country, per ESPN. 6-7 / Defend VA Medical Center institutional NRC License for usages of radioisotopes . He's also an elite competitor who plays hard, has a way of raising the level of those around him, and doesn't get enough credit for bringing a similar mindset to the defensive end of the floor. Kentucky continues to rise in Joe Lunardis latest Bracketology. It goes without saying that DJ Wagner is Louisvilles top target in the 2023 class. Will it be Kentucky or Louisville that lands one of basketball's brightest young stars? Wagner, a 5-star recruit and the consensus number 1 ranked player in the 2023 class, is a 6' 3" combo guard who does it all. 6 overall pick of the 2002 NBA Draft after one season with the Tigers. He said he would be with me until the wheels fall off the car either way. Wagner is also the fourth No. On-court fit:John Calipari puts the ball in the hands of its guards and lets them run the show. In a statement upon his hiring at Louisville, Milt Wagner called Payne his "brother" and said Louisville is his "second home." Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. 176, PF / "Winning comes first with me and I want to help Kentucky win as much as possible. On-court fit: Louisville doesn't yet have an on-court identity under new coach Kenny Payne. Obituary . 180, SF / 6-7 / If you have or know of an interesting story to tell, reach out on Twitter at @JFriedman57 or via email at jfriedman2@gannettnj.com. 1601d. 3), center Aaron Bradshaw (No. He always said what's best for me. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Coach John Calipari was always straightforward and honest with me. Updated February 21, 2023 11:36 AM. mitsubishi outlander balance shaft delete. "That's how I want to play. All rights reserved. DJ Wagner is headed to Kentucky. 1 overall recruit, a distinction the 6-foot-2, 160-pound point guard also holds at ESPN and 247 Sports. 6-5 / However, when an athletes recruitment blows up like Bookers has, no school is a true favorite Louisville fans have seen that movie. Camden High School football wins first sectional championship in 46 years, stepped down in June so he could take a position with the New York Knicks, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. The only question for Camden remains the head coach. 210, SF / 13) and combo guard Reed Sheppard (No. RT @SeeMurphsTweets: Met Nick Wagner in 2012 in Ada, Minn. Wagner broke down his visit to Villanova and his relationship with Kentucky with 247Sports. Louisville has not yet offered Bradshaw, but he recently included Louisville in his top 7. Bradshaw has immediate plans to visit Kentucky, UCLA, and Maryland. The 2023 class is their chance to prove that they can do it. That said, Bradshaw is a unique talent who, I believe, would really flourish under Kenny Payne and Danny Manning. And that meant so much to me. 205, OT / 185, PG / 215, SG / When the game slows down in the halfcourt, Wagner's improvement from the perimeter has been an asset. A member of the 2022 USA Basketball Men's U17 National Team, Wagner averaged 19.8 points per game while leading his high school team to a state title during his junior season. Wagner's father, Dajuan Wagner, played for Kentucky coach John Calipari at Memphis and was selected with the No. 1 ranked 2023 recruiting class. While those names may spearhead how the future looks, Wagner is going to be impactful for the high-profile names that follow him. 6-9 / Wagner was the subject of an intense recruiting battle between in-state rivals Kentucky and Louisville, with strong familial ties to both programs. The Camden High School senior, ESPNs No. 185, PG / That's not how things played out. Camden High School football wins first sectional championship in 46 years. 2 prospect in the class by 247Sports and is No. This upcoming class will be among the best head coach John Calipari has had in Lexington. Critics have also questioned his ability to shoot consistently from three, but he connected on plenty of open looks. He's been a mentor in my life and he's helped develop me into the player and person that I am. Dont expect it to happen, but interesting nonetheless. 215, PG / It could also be just a recruiting ploy, but either way, I'm filing this away in the category of "interesting and possibly noteworthy.". As of right now Im considering everyone and enjoying the process., Kentucky: It was good, we had a nice conversation and I love Kentucky especially with family ties and things like that. "I'm real comfortable with my decision. I agree to receive the "CBS Sports HQ Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. Wagner's stepbrother, Kareem Watkins, is a walk-on at Kentucky. Even with Milt Wagner's presence at Louisville, the gravitational pull to UK -- which offers a bigger platform and a chance to play for a Hall of Famer -- might be too much for the Cardinals to overcome. I don't know.. NA. 8) already in the fold. Tweets about Caleb Wagner Caleb Wagner becomes the third former Tiger to commit to the Mustangs in the last two years. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. He was consistently knocked off his spot and struggled to adjust. Kentucky landed another huge commitment from the Class of 2023 on Monday, when five-star guard DJ Wagner committed to the Wildcats. Julian Brown Bergen . 12 Vols lose starting PG Zeigler to torn ACL, Tide's Oats takes blame for Miller's 'TSA' intro, Iowa State dismisses third-leading scorer Grill, Davis within 25 points of tying Maravich's mark, Scheyer makes history as Duke sweeps at home, USC, OU, Seton Hall, Iowa in new hoops tourney, Man pleads guilty for trying to extort GT, Pastner, Sizing up the player of the year winners in all 32 Division I men's conferences, 5 things to know as Antoine Davis is set to pass 'Pistol' Pete's scoring record. Bradshaw ran the floor, finished at the rim, and blocked shots. #1 player in the country, DJ Wagner with the FILTHY MOVE & Finish in transition #EYBLSession3 pic.twitter.com/1YtE1veOch. He puts a lot of pressure on the defense with his speed to score and his vision to make the assist. Wagner's commitment gives the Wildcats pledges from five players in the Class of 2023. Off-court fit: The Wagner family themselves don't have ties to Kentucky -- only to its coach. DJ Wagner . Check out the full Rivals rankings update here. Louisvilles prodigal son, Pervis Ellison, the director of the New Jersey Scholars program, was also on hand. Johnson is having an outstanding summer on the Addidas 3SSB circuit playing for Jalen Green Elite. He chose Kentucky over Louisville and many others.. With Wagner's commitment, Kentucky leaps Duke for the No. 6-6 / 210, SF / 6-7 / 1 overall, Tshiebwe & Toppin make interesting comments about possibly returning for another season. 2. That's why it took so long," Wagner told ESPN. 176, PF / Commit 4/27/2021. No. 210, PG / 4 overall. Wagner's partnership with Nike may lead many to believe his spot in UK's loaded 2023 class is all but cemented, but former U of L Associate Athletic Director Matt Banker told the Courier Journal in July the guard could still pursue those endorsement opportunities independently if he were to sign with the Cardinals. 6-5 / "We recognize some student-athletes may agree to NIL deals with apparel companies other than Adidas," Banker said. 215, PG / Tyrese Maxey. Let's compare how Wagner fits at both Kentucky and Louisville, his two most likely destinations. 175, SG / Kentucky has long been viewed as the heavy favorite for the son of Dajuan Wagner, who Calipari coached during his days at Memphis. 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He has also already taken two visits to Temple and Villanova. 2 prospect in the class by 247Sports and is No. The number one player in the class of 2023, : It was a pretty good visit and I liked it. Against Brad Beal Elite, Bradshaw was matched up against two stronger interior players and got pushed around. He will always be family first. Dont expect it to happen, but interesting nonetheless. thestateoflou@gmail.com www.stateoflouisville.com, Four class of 2023 recruits to know for Louisville basketball, on Four class of 2023 recruits to know for Louisville basketball. With top overall prospect GG Jackson reclassifying from the 2023 to 2022 recruiting class, all eyes now turn to DJ Wagner -- who was quickly elevated to the No. Bradshaw is long and rangy at 7 210-pounds. Refine Your Search Results. Tyler Ulis. 36d Jeff Borzello and Paul Biancardi. Gambling problem? -- with Drake's Nike sub-label NOCTA, potentially paving the way for him to rock the Kentucky superfan's gear while playing for the Nike school. 6-9 / Connections:Shortly after Louisville tabbed Payne as Chris Mack's successor, Payne tapped into the alumni pipeline and hired Milt Wagner as the program's director of player development and alumni relations, almost certainly as a way to try and lure DJ Wagner to Louisville. 6-9 / DJ Wagner dubbed one of the 20 most important CBB names over the next 20 years, Tshiebwe & Toppin make interesting comments about possibly returning for another season. 5) and Robert Dillingham (No. Sahvir Wheeler has minor surgery and will miss Senior Night, Kentucky basketball recruiting in the 2023 class, Kentucky has 4 signees named to the Iverson Classic roster, Where Kentucky signees stand in updated On3 rankings, Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt game thread and pregame reading, Bleav in Kentucky talks basketball Cats, Will Levis at the NFL Combine, and more, Kentucky Hockey makes National Tournament; needs fan support to help make the trip, Wednesday Headlines: Senior Night and Vanderbilt Gameday Edition. 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