Kentucky Wildcats consider alternatives if Mark Mitchell chooses another school
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Kentucky is focused on securing Missouri forward Mark Mitchell to fill its final roster spot ahead of the 2026 season. If Mitchell opts to pursue other opportunities, the Wildcats have several strong candidates lined up. Keyshawn Hall, a forward from Auburn, averaged 19.3 points last season and has already spoken with Kentucky. Jaxon Kohler from Michigan State and Cade Tyson out of Minnesota are also under consideration. Kentucky plans to hold a Zoom visit with Kohler today. Other potential options like Yale's Nick Townsend could emerge if the Wildcats need to look further down their list.
- •Kentucky seeks to fill its final roster spot for the 2026 season.
- •If Mitchell declines, Keyshawn Hall is a top alternative with proven scoring.
- •Jaxon Kohler has a Zoom visit scheduled with Kentucky today.
- •Cade Tyson averaged 19.6 points last season and is another option.
- •Nick Townsend, Yale's Ivy League Player of the Year, could also be considered.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: What happens if UK does not get Mark Mitchell?
"Kentucky is hoping to get Mitchell, but what if that falls through?
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