Louisville enters competition for Michigan State transfer Jaxon Kohler
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:16 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Louisville has joined the recruitment race for Jaxon Kohler, a fifth-year transfer from Michigan State. The news emerged on August 11, as Kentucky, who has been pursuing Kohler since August 1, now faces competition from the Cardinals. Head coach Pat Kelsey believes Kohler's skill set aligns with Louisville's approach, particularly his ability to add physicality and shooting depth. Kohler shot 38.9% from three-point range in his last season at Michigan State. Other schools in the mix for Kohler include BYU and Kansas, with his recruitment drawing significant attention ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 season.
- •Jaxon Kohler is a fifth-year transfer from Michigan State.
- •Kentucky began pursuing Kohler on August 1.
- •Louisville entered the recruitment race on August 11.
- •Kohler shot 38.9% from three-point range last season.
- •He is also considering options at BYU and Kansas.
- 12:16 AMYahoo Sports — Louisville is now in the mix for Kentucky Basketball target Jaxon Kohler
"Kentucky is now battling Louisville for Michigan State transfer Jaxon Kohler.
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