Hard Commits (22) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Jackson Arnold Guyer (Denton, TX) . Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 9,003 Views, , , 1, . Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 12,055 Views, , , 1, . Apathy hasnt come close to setting in for the heart of the fan base, and thats a good thing, but the passion wont burn this brightly forever if it isnt fueled by some sincere hope. 1 junior college player in America and hes currently the 8th-leading scorer in Division-I. This morning we learned that Johnson, who canceled a visit to Louisville Live on the day he was supposed to arrive for a weekend where he was assured of being the focal point, will announce his college decision on Monday without ever making a trip to the Derby City. California big man Isaiah Miranda the No. 26 according to ESPN, is a 6-3 wing who committed last year. I love his work ethic and the fact that he wants to be pushed on the biggest of stages to reach his full potential. Edwards, who comes in at 6-7 and 180 pounds, is the top small forward and No. While this was going on, I stated numerous times that if Payne was going to unite the fan base in year one by providing some tangible evidence that he was the man to eventually get Louisville basketball back to being Louisville basketball, he had to accomplish one of two things in his first year on the job. High school:La Lumiere (La Porte, Indiana). ", 'We're family': How Kenny Payne reaffirmed Kaleb Glenn's commitment to U of L basketball, 'We're family':How Kenny Payne reaffirmed Kaleb Glenn's commitment to U of L basketball, High school: Brother Rice (Bloomfield Hills, Michigan). 1 recruit by ESPN. Transfers (1) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Hunter Johnson. Recruiting commitments, game-day developments and injury reports, and other breaking news about the Cardinals. Last week, the No. He's the 14th best player at his position in the Class of 2023, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. Chris Fisher CatsPause Recruiting Insider. 5 on ESPNs list. About a third of the players in college basketball are likely to become available once again next March-May. Before that, they lost an exhibition game for the first time in over two decades to a bad Division-II team. He also considered a jump to the NBA's G League. Odds & lines subject to change. Payne on Williams: "Were blessed to have a kid who brings a winning culture with him like Curtis. 6-4 / 205 Wagner, Edwards, Dillingham, and Bradshaw are also considered 5-star recruits, according to multiple rankings. ", DJ Wagner:Top 2023 basketball recruit, picks Kentucky over rival Louisville, High school: Camden High School (Camden, New Jersey). On the current state of Louisville basketball, 2022 Wasabi Fenway Bowl: Louisville Football Staff Introduction, Louisville volleyball earns second straight Final Four trip after 5-set thriller. 2 center prospect in the 2023 class and No. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 5,168 Views, , , 1, . He already has a great understanding that he can positively impact winning without scoring. That isnt something you can teach, and I know Justin is going to demand the same of his teammates. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 15,096 Views, , , 1, . Legacy recruitReed Sheppard of North Laurel High School got the ball rolling for the 2023 class when he announced his commitment in the fall of 2021. What to know: The No. El Ellis is the former No. After a failed run loaded with drama and controversy, a replacement regime is supposed to usher in a new era defined by a refreshing culture shift. Like most everyone, I am hopeful that all of this will wind up being a quirky anecdote that we could use on the next generation of Cardinal fans when Kenny Payne is killing it 20 years from now. I love the spirit hell bring to practice every day, and I love that he wanted to be at Kentucky. Hard Commits (12) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Brady Drogosh De La Salle Collegiate (Warren, MI) That being said, the majority was far from an overwhelming one, and the other side made their reservations about hiring a man with zero head coaching experience known throughout the process. ", Justin Edwards:Top small forward recruit in 2023 class commits to Kentucky basketball, High school:Donda Academy (Simi Valley, California). Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 3,981 Views, , , 1, . Calipari on Bradshaw: "The most impactful trait we can have on the defensive end is the ability to block shots, and Aaron is elite at that. 1 recruit, signs NIL deal with Nike, California residents do not sell my data request. 2005-2022 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 69 player in the class according to 247 Sports. Both of these things can be true. I really like how active he is defensively and his desire to rebound every ball. 78. 1 recruit, according to rankings by ESPN. 5-9 / 170 Other contenders for Edwards commitment included: Auburn; Kansas; Maryland; Villanova; and the NBA G League. 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We can have a million different discussions about the current state of the Louisville mens basketball program, and we can have all of them without bringing any straw men into the equation. The combo guard from South Jersey announced his pledge to the Wildcats on Nov. 14. He is an extremely efficient scorer, but Im excited about the fact that Rob wants to be pushed by other really good guards on our roster and continue to develop his versatility by playing with or without the ball in his hands. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 2,435 Views, , , 1, . On the 2023 recruiting trail, Payne managed to maintain the commitment of and eventually get a signing from former Male (now La Lumiere) star Kaleb Glenn. Above all he is a competitor. DJ Wagner, the No. 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. Camden High School senior basketball standout DJ Wagner chose Kentucky on Monday, headlining one of the best recruiting classes in the country. Topic Stats: 2 Posts, 28,936 Views, , , 2, . Nearly a year later, Glenn was joined by Curtis Williams, a four-star small forward from Michigan who announced his pledge to the Cardinals on Sept. 19. Kentucky basketball schedule:Here's everything we know about the Wildcats' 2022-23 slate, Kentucky basketball:Why John Calipari might have to wait in his push for facility upgrades, K.T. Being hopeful about the future doesnt prohibit you from being realistic about the present, and the present is as bad as weve ever seen. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 24,773 Views, , , 1, . The sooner Payne and company can deliver on that front, the better. Im not mad at anyone for having them, even the ones with which I disagree the most. Each recruit is weighted in the rankings according to a, Readers familiar with the Gaussian distribution formula will note that we use a varying value for. Whether its on here, on Twitter or on the text line for the radio show, I see and hear all of the extreme opinions that are floating around at the moment. Theres never any hard data available for this sort of thing, but my sense is that when the U of L head coaching job opened up in earnest last January, a majority of this fan base was clamoring for Payne as their preferred candidate. 33-ranked player in the class is the only other 2023 player that the Cardinals are currently actively recruiting, and one of just two players ranked in the top 50 that havent either committed to or signed with another school. 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 Rating. The Wildcats' star-studded 2023 class suggest they did just that. Travis Branham of 247 Sports reported Sunday that Knox has scheduled official visits to both Kentucky and Louisville. The feelings are as extreme as they are in large part because of how wounded weve all been by the last 5-7 years. 6-1 / 205 As Kentucky basketball's 2023 recruiting class continues to take shape, follow along here with updates on the Wildcats' commitments. Topic Stats: 1 Posts, 8,563 Views, , , 1, . With a coach whose reputation is built on player connection and an opportunity for healthy playing time up for grabs for at least 11 players on this roster, I just dont understand it, and I cant tell you in words how much it bothers me. If that changes, every other negative characteristic surrounding the program will start to change with it. Hes an elite shooter, but as a player hes more than that. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 1,051 Views, , , 1, . JaeLyn WIthers is a guy who has received NBA buzz since the moment he arrived on campus. Camden High School senior basketball standout DJ Wagner chose Kentucky on Monday, headlining one of the best recruiting classes in the country. It will be a joy to coach him and have him be a part of the beginning stages of the culture we want to build. Williams is No. Topic Stats: 4 Posts, 49,717 Views, , , 3, . Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 910 Views, , , 1, . Topic Stats: 1 Posts, 35,175 Views, , , 1, . If the head coach had been a bit more flexible on that front could Tyrese Hunter be leading this squad to a 3-0 start instead of dropping 26 on Gonzaga in a 93-74 Texas win Wednesday night? According to 247 Sports, Duke has the No. Paynes stance on the issue is understandable, perhaps even admirable, but it also feels increasingly idealistic. Hes a versatile guard wing who can play the 1, 2 or the 3, and an excellent defender. 6-8 / 220 Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. I couldnt be more excited about this class, Calipari said in the press release. Calipari on Edwards: "Justin has the ability to impact the game in a variety of ways. Turner:This new assistant could be vital to Kentucky basketball recruiting in the transfer portal. If they did, theyd be 3-0. Transfers (1) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer DeVante' Jones. Transfers (3) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Kalu Ezikpe. He has a high ceiling and has only begun to scratch the surface of the kind of player he can be. Lets get two things out of the way straight from the jump: 1) No one or at least very few people and certainly no one rational is arguing that Kenny Payne deserves to be fired three games (and two exhibitions) into his tenure. Louisville coach Kenny Payne. Topic Stats: 2 Posts, 29,523 Views, , , 1, . In men's basketball, the recruitments of James and Wagner are among the biggest nationally. At 6-foot-3 and 170 pounds,Sheppard is the No. Louisville native Kaleb Glenn got the ball rolling for U of L when he committed to former coach Chris Mack in 2021. The 247Sports Composite is a proprietary algorithm that compiles rankings and ratings listed in the public domain by the major media recruiting services, creating the industry's most comprehensive and unbiased prospect and team rankingsMore Info, Powered by innovative technology products, 247Sports employs a staff of more than 50 full time recruiting reporters and evaluators that rank and compile data on the nation's elite high school recruitsMore Info. 6-1 / 200 Theyre bad. The second was to knock it out of the park with his first recruiting class and communicate to the fan base that he is without question the ace recruiter hes been hyped to be, and that his first U of L roster is the only one that was ever going to look this pedestrian. Camdens Aaron Bradshaw, a 7-foot center, committed to the Wildcats in October and is No. Topic Stats: 2 Posts, 15,099 Views, , , 1, Community Thread. Kamari Lands, Mike James and every other scholarship player on this roster was a 4-star, top 100 talent coming out of high school. Kenny Payne is looking to make a splash on the recruiting trail during his first season as the Louisville men's basketball head coach.. With two signees secured as of mid-November, the Cardinals' 2023 class is ranked 28th on 247 Sports' team rankings two spots behind where they finished the 2022 recruiting cycle.. Louisville native Kaleb Glenn got the Transfers (3) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Isaac Likekele. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 1,676 Views, , , 1, . In addition to UK and U of L, Bradshaw had scholarship offers from more than 15 other Division I programs, including Oklahoma State, Maryland, Michigan and UCLA. 2005-2022 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. I think everyone is well-versed on the D.J. Here's a look at each member of the class: High School: Camden High School (Camden, New Jersey). I dont think anyone is debating that. Hes here because hes a really good player who can help this team win. The 6-6, 205-pound wing celebrated his mother's birthday by announcing his pledge to Louisville on Sept. 19 and signed on Nov. 11. For me, the most disappointing aspect of the last three weeks has been what weve all been able to see with our own eyes. Per NJ.com, he averaged 8.9 points, 7.4 rebounds and 3.2 blocks per game as a junior during Camden High's run to a 12th state championship in 2022. 6 overall talent, according to 247Sports' composite rankings. Play like youre willing to do whatever it takes to be the start of something great and get this program back to where its supposed to be. Louisville has a talent deficiency, sure. In the statement to the press, Kentuckys athletic department said all five players have officially signed national letters of intent. Their potential to be great is there, now it is up to them to embrace this stage and come in every day ready to work. Keep this page bookmarked over the coming months as Payne and the Cardinalslook to add more talent to the 2023 class. A list of the top 2023 Basketball teams in order of recruiting rankings solely based off of the On3 Consensus Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 4,700 Views, , , 1, . cool topic. Before announcing his pledge to UK, the Philadelphia native averaged 16.3 points and seven rebounds per game for Team Final during the EYBL circuits weeklong Peach Jam tournament in North Augusta, South Carolina. and dramatically overachieve on the court with them. We have five talented and dynamic players who have the drive and commitment it takes to succeed at Kentucky. He will walk into our program understanding what winning takes. Gambling problem? While Miranda, Glenn and Williams could certainly all wind up being very good college players, the trio seems extremely unlikely to be able to take Louisville from where it is at the moment to NCAA tournament good a year from now. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 6,587 Views, , , 1, . Wagner is between Kentucky and Louisville, according to the 247Sports Crystal Ball. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 1,332 Views, , , 1, . He has terrific size, can play multiple positions and can score the ball at all three levels. 15 seed, Kentucky men's basketball and coach John Calipari went into the offseason hoping for a return to form on the recruiting trail. 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If making the Big Dance in year two is the goal (and I think it has to be for any new Cardinal head coach), it seems apparent in this moment that Payne is going to have to do this spring what he was unable to do last spring: Kill it in the transfer portal. 6-5.5 / 310 I cover high school sports, focusing primarily on how the lives of young athletes intersect with life in and around Philadelphia. On the 2023 recruiting trail, Payne managed to maintain the commitment of and eventually get a signing from former Male (now La Lumiere) star Kaleb Glenn. Hard Commits (23) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Zalance Heard Neville (Monroe, LA) . 1 recruit, according to ESPN. 6-1 / 185 Thats all most of us want in this moment: Not the world, not a national title, not even a win, just some hope. We can say that. Louisville fans will love him. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 56,180 Views, , , 1, . 8 on the list. Cardinal fans dont want the moon right now, just some hope. Hard Commits (14) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Rueben Owens El Campo (El Campo, TX) . After an uncharacteristic first-round exit from the NCAA Tournament at the hands of a No. Everyone is so desperate for this thing to get back to feeling the way it did before, and so scared (whether we admit it or not) that the wait for that return is going to be much longer than we ever could have guessed in 2015 or 2017. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 123,018 Views, , , 1, . Rob has the ability to make good decisions, can create for others or get his own shot. his entire life and Ive always wanted to coach him. Seven months later, Sheppard was joined by top-rated point guard prospect Robert Dillingham of California. Topic Stats: 4 Posts, 108,247 Views, , , 2, . Whether its by a total of 3 points, 30 points or 300 points, there is zero reason for that collection of players to be 0-3 after games against teams picked to finish sixth in the Atlantic Sun, seventh in the Sun Belt and third in the Horizon League. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 5,713 Views, , , 1, . Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 8,383 Views, , , 1, . I am hopeful that things will start to get better next week when the Cards to take a significant step up in competition at the Maui Invitational. Wagner, the nations No. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 19,413 Views, , , 1, . Kentucky also has familial and familiar ties to Wagner. The Cardinals are 0-3. I have known D.J. The early returns on both fronts arent just iffy. Below is a graphical representation of how our formula works. Signed Letter of Intent (1) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Johnnie Brown Sebring (Sebring, FL) . Hard Commits (23) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Austin Novosad Dripping Springs (Dripping Springs, TX) The South Jersey native was also considering reported scholarship offers from Memphis, Syracuse, Temple and Villanova. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. He brings versatility, is an excellent rebounder for a wing and an elite defender, and can play the 2, 3 or 4. The 6-3, 165-pound combo guard is as creative as they come with the ball in his hands; he averaged 19.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 3.1 steals during Camden High's run to a 12th state championship in 2022. He has terrific fundamentals and is the kind of player who can excel on or off the ball. What to know:The first commitment in Louisville's 2023 class, Glenn pledged to Mack and the Cardinals on Sept. 24, 2021 and signed on Nov. 11, 2022. 1 recruit, signs NIL deal with Nike. They certainly dont with any degree of consistency. "Sinc Travis Branham 247Sports 247Sports Basketball Analyst. A Louisville native and former Male High School star, Glenn chose U of L over offers from Indiana, Cincinnati and seven other Power 5 programs. READ MORE: Camden Highs D.J. Robert Dillingham, a 6-2 guard from Atlanta, committed in June and is No. Topic Stats: 2 Posts, 18,517 Views, , , 2, . It's a Sign of Trouble. D.J. The Cardinals weren't on Williams radar when he narrowed his list of contenders to six in May, but he landed a scholarship offer after several standout performances on Nike's EYBL circuit in July and eventually chose U of L over Alabama, Florida State, Providence and Xavier. Hard Commits (20) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Rodney Gallagher Laurel Highlands (Uniontown, PA) Lance Ware, another Camden High graduate, is a junior forward for the Wildcats. Louisville also has no excuse to be 0-3 right now. What to know: One of the most coveted big men prospects in the 2023 class, Aaron Bradshaw committed to Kentucky on Oct. 14, less than an hour before Big Blue Madness tipped off. Watkins played his senior season at Kingsway Regional High School in South Jersey. The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. Topic Stats: 1 Posts, 28,451 Views, , , 1, . Imhotep and Camden set a date for their highly anticipated boys basketball showdown, Camden Highs D.J. Transfers (2) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Hercy Miller. This is the 109th season of Louisville basketball, and the first time ever that the Cardinals have started 0-3 with three home losses. The Cards fought off a 4th-set match point before outlasting third-seeded Oregon. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 5,654 Views, , , 1, . Hard Commits (16) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Hykeem Williams Stranahan (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Kenny Payne is looking to make a splash on the recruiting trail during his first season as the Louisville men's basketball head coach. Brandon Huntley-Hatfield is a former 5-star recruit. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 2,080 Views, , V I P Topic, 1, . He attacks the offensive end and is a versatile scorer, but he is equally as tough on defense. 2 prospect, Imhotep senior forward Justin Edwards, signed with John Caliparis Kentucky team, which the 6-7 lefty committed to in July. Reach recruiting and trending sports reporter Brooks Holton at [email protected] and follow him on Twitter at @brooksHolton. He has also signed Brother Rice (Mich.) small forward Curtis Williams. 100.00% 8 High. Wins and losses be damned, this is the only change that I really care about seeing between now and the end of the season. Bradshaw is the No. ", Robert Dillingham:Top point guard recruit in 2023 class commits to Kentucky basketball, High school: North Laurel (London, Kentucky). He joined Kentuckys team as a walk-on during the 2020-21 season. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 6,593 Views, , , 1, . Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 483 Views, , , 1, . ", Curtis Williams Jr.:How 2023 commit fits into Kenny Payne's Louisville basketball vision. 1 overall prospect in the 2023 class, was the latest recruit to sign with UK. 3 overall prospect on 247Sports composite rankings of the 2023 class. Stay up to date with all the Oregon Ducks sports news, recruiting, transfers, and more at 247Sports.com He understands the tradition of our program being from Louisville, and it's great to keep one of our own at home. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 24,062 Views, , , 1, . Transfers (2) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Logan Burnett. With two signees secured as of mid-November, the Cardinals' 2023 class is ranked 28th on247 Sports' team rankings two spots behind where they finished the 2022 recruiting cycle. This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Louisville basketball recruiting: See Kenny Payne's 2023 signees, NASA's Orion capsule blazes home from test flight to moon, Brooks Holton, Louisville Courier Journal, Everything we know about the full 2022-2023 Louisville men's basketball schedule, What Kenny Payne's hire means to Louisville's Black community, How Kenny Payne reaffirmed Kaleb Glenn's commitment to U of L basketball, standout performances on Nike's EYBL circuit, How 2023 commit fits into Kenny Payne's Louisville basketball vision, Louisville basketball recruiting: See Kenny Payne's 2023 signees, A baby whose anti-vax parents rejected heart surgery over fear of 'blood that is tainted' had the life-saving surgery anyway after a court intervened, Nurses at Atlanta hospital under fire over TikTok video mocking maternity patients. He can make contested layups, which opens the court for him offensively. Sean Stewart (Montverde Academy, Florida), Caleb Foster (Notre Dame High, California), Jared McCain (Centennial High, California), TJ Power (Worcester Academy, Massachusetts), and Mackenzie Mgbako (Roselle Catholic High, New Jersey), are the Blue Devils 5-star recruits. Wagner, a 6-foot-2 guard, is the nations No. By 10. He attacks the offensive end and is a versatile scorer, but he is equally as tough on defense, READ MORE: Imhotep and Camden set a date for their highly anticipated boys basketball showdown. Wagner told ESPNs national recruiting director Paul Biancardi of his decision, which was then posted on social media. Stay up to date with all the Purdue Boilermakers sports news, recruiting, transfers, and more at 247Sports.com Glenn is the No. 6-2 / 250 6-3 / 160 Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 1,316 Views, , , 1, . Signed Letter of Intent (21) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Dainsus Miller Creekside (Fairburn, GA) * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Glenn is the No. Well never know for certain, but it would have been nice to have been playing with the same deck of cards that Chris Beard is playing with down in Austin. 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. 1 overall prospect in the Class of 2023, DJ Wagner committed to Kentucky on Nov. 14 after a back-and-forth recruiting battle between John Calipari and his former colleague, Louisville coach Kenny Payne. Fredrick Moore Cardinal Ritter College Prep (Saint Louis, MO) . Wagners grandfather, Milt, who starred at Louisville and later played in the NBA, was hired by the Cardinals as director of player development in May. 5 combo guard prospect on 247Sports' composite rankings and the top rising senior in the Bluegrass State. Results may not come immediately, but a revitalizing effort and spirit is the first sign that better days are on the horizon. 1 recruiting class in the nation. The 247Sports rankings are determined by our recruiting analysts after countless hours of personal observations, film evaluation and input from our network of scouts. That was playing without its two best players. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 1,136 Views, , , 1, . What to know: The top recruit in the state of Michigan, Williams was the first 2023 prospect to commit to Payne since his hiring in March. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 4,150 Views, , , 1, . He knows that to get the best of himself, he needs to be surrounded by other talented players who are going to match his competitive energy. They do in spurts. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 10,705 Views, , , 1, . Play like this means something to you. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. As a 7-footer, he can change the game on both ends of the court. Wagner, a 6-foot-2 guard, is the nations No. Transfers (4) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Miles Jones. Hard Commits (19) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Brandon Inniss American Heritage (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Bronny James is the other. Wagner has also excelled on the EYBL circuit this summer, averaging 19.1 points and 5.1 assists per game while drawing crowds to whichever court he and the NJ Scholars take. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 4,327 Views, , , 1, . What to know:The top-rated point guard in the 2023 class, Robert Dillingham committed to Kentucky on June 24. Dillingham chose the Wildcats overLouisville, Auburn and the University of Southern California. Aarons motor continues to improve, he has great size and mobility. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 8,820 Views, , , 1, . WebHard Commits (20) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status Rodney Gallagher Laurel Highlands (Uniontown, PA) If theyre looking for a financial boost through NIL, well, thats a conversation that were going to have when the time comes. Topic Stats: 0 Posts, 2,006 Views, , , 1, . Wagner, the son of former NBA player Dajuan Wagner, was also considering the University of Louisville, according to multiple reports. Johnsons likely commitment to Texas will ensure that Paynes first true class at Louisville will come without the benefit of a 5-star player. Even in its weakened state, Louisville should be a highly attractive option for players who are looking for a bigger stage and a brighter spotlight. Following a bumpy launch week that saw frequent server trouble and bloated player queues, Blizzard has announced that over 25 million Overwatch 2 players have logged on in its first 10 days. 2 Texas 88-43 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff, UVA Basketball Mailbag: Ryan Dunn as a starter, shooting woes, and most intriguing defensive lineups, Tanner Holdens buzzer-beater wins it for Ohio State, 67-66 over Rutgers. Payne on Glenn: "Kaleb is not just a really good player, but a high-character person who can play multiple positions, loves the game and plays it with a passion. Transfers (3) Pos Prediction Eligible Transfer Jacob Grandison. He brings a toughness and a fight to the game that we need. ", Aaron Bradshaw:Top-5 2023 center commits to Kentucky basketball: Report, High School: Imhotep Institute (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania). 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