The Kentucky Wildcats are making waves in the 2026 recruiting cycle, and their latest development has fans excited. 5-star guard Ikenna Alozie, a highly touted combo guard from Arizona, has released his top eight schools, and the Wildcats are on the list. Alozie is considered one of the top players in his class, with a 5-star ranking from 247 Sports Composite rankings and a No. 10 overall ranking.
Alozie’s impressive credentials include his 6-foot-3, 190-pound frame and his skills as a combo guard. He currently plays for Dream City Christian School in Glendale, Arizona, and has been impressing scouts and coaches with his abilities on the court.
The Wildcats’ interest in Alozie is no surprise, given their active recruiting efforts this offseason. Mark Pope and his staff have been hard at work building their big board for the class of 2026, and Alozie’s inclusion on their list is a promising sign. The Wildcats have already landed some solid commitments, including Tyran Stokes and Jason Crowe, and adding Alozie would be a significant coup for the program.
Alozie’s top eight list includes some of the top programs in the country, including Louisville, Kansas, Alabama, Houston, Arizona, Gonzaga, and Washington. The Wildcats will face stiff competition for Alozie’s commitment, but their inclusion on his list is a good sign that Coach Pope and his staff are staying active in this recruitment.
The Wildcats’ visit from Alozie in April showed the program’s interest in him, and it appears this is a name we should watch very closely going forward. With the 2026 recruiting cycle still in full swing, the Wildcats will need to continue to impress Alozie and his family if they want to land his commitment. The battle for Alozie’s commitment is heating up, and Wildcats fans will be eagerly watching the developments.
