After standout guard Donovan Dent’s decision to transfer to UCLA, the Kentucky Wildcats are actively exploring the transfer portal to bolster their roster for the upcoming season. Here are five potential transfer targets Kentucky is considering:
1. Treysen Eaglestaff – Guard, North Dakota
Eaglestaff has garnered attention after entering the transfer portal, with Kentucky among the interested programs. The 6-foot-6 guard delivered remarkable performances last season, including a 40-point game against Alabama and a 51-point outing in the Summit League Conference Tournament against South Dakota State. He averaged 18.9 points per game, shooting 35.9% from three-point range, along with 2.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game. Other schools expressing interest include Alabama, Michigan, St. John’s, Kansas, LSU, Gonzaga, UCLA, Ole Miss, Georgia, and Oklahoma.
2. Lamar Wilkerson – Guard, Sam Houston State
Kentucky’s staff is monitoring Wilkerson, a 6-foot-5 guard who had an impressive season at Sam Houston State. Wilkerson averaged 20.5 points per game, shooting 47% from the field and nearly 45% from three-point range. His scoring ability and efficiency make him a valuable asset for any program seeking backcourt reinforcement.
3. Alvaro Folgueiras – Forward, Robert Morris
The Wildcats have shown interest in Folgueiras, who was named Player of the Year in the Horizon League. The 6-foot-8 forward averaged 14.1 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game, shooting 55% from the field and 41% from three-point range. Folgueiras’ versatility and shooting prowess could provide Kentucky with a dynamic presence in the frontcourt.
4. AJ Storr – Guard, Wisconsin
Storr, a 6-foot-7 guard, has entered the transfer portal after leading Wisconsin in scoring with 16.8 points per game. Known for his athleticism and ability to attack the rim, Storr earned Big East All-Freshman honors at St. John’s before transferring to Wisconsin, where he continued to excel. His scoring ability and experience make him a valuable target for the Wildcats.
5. Cliff Omoruyi – Center, Rutgers
Omoruyi, a 6-foot-11 center, has been a dominant defensive force at Rutgers, earning two-time Big Ten All-Defense honors. Last season, he averaged 10.4 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 2.9 blocks per game. Omoruyi’s rebounding and shot-blocking abilities could significantly bolster Kentucky’s interior defense.
As the transfer portal activity intensifies, Kentucky remains vigilant in identifying and securing talent to enhance their roster for the upcoming season. The Wildcats’ coaching staff is committed to building a competitive team capable of achieving success in the highly competitive landscape of college basketball.
