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Kentucky Pursues 5-Star Guard Diggs for 2027
17 Sep
Summary
- Kentucky basketball is targeting five-star guard Adan Diggs for 2027.
- Diggs is set to visit Lexington on October 22-23.
- Arizona is the early favorite, but Kentucky is a strong contender.
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope is making a strong push for elite talent in the 2027 recruiting class. Following the commitment of five-star recruit Ryan Hampton, the Wildcats have identified guard Adan Diggs as a top priority.
Diggs, a highly-rated 6'4" combo guard from Arizona, has included Kentucky in his final seven schools. He is scheduled to visit Lexington for an official visit on October 22-23, indicating significant interest in the Wildcats program.
While Arizona, Diggs' home state school, is currently considered the early favorite, Kentucky faces considerable competition. Other prominent programs in his final seven include North Carolina, Arkansas, Kansas, USC, and Duke, highlighting the caliber of recruitment.
Securing a player of Diggs' caliber, known for his scoring ability, defensive prowess, and athleticism, would be a significant achievement for Pope and the Wildcats' recruiting efforts.
