Mark Mitchell commits to Kentucky basketball after court ruling for fifth year
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Mark Mitchell, a forward who played for Missouri, has committed to Kentucky basketball. His decision comes after a temporary restraining order was granted, allowing him to pursue a fifth season of eligibility. The NCAA's recent eligibility structure initially excluded him, but a state court ruling has changed that. Mitchell, who averaged 18.3 points last season, joins a Kentucky roster aiming to strengthen ahead of the upcoming season. The Wildcats had been exploring options for their final scholarship spot before Mitchell's commitment.
- •Mark Mitchell committed to Kentucky on August 22, 2026.
- •He previously played two seasons at Missouri, earning All-SEC honors.
- •Mitchell received a court ruling that allows him a fifth year of eligibility.
- •Kentucky is expected to finalize its roster with Mitchell's commitment.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky basketball lands Missouri transfer Mark Mitchell
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — Mark Mitchell commits to Kentucky basketball after suing for 5th year
- 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Mark Mitchell commits to Kentucky Basketball
"Mark Pope and Kentucky basketball landed a transfer portal commitment from Mark Mitchell, who spent the past two seasons with the Missouri Tigers.
"Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats have landed Missouri transfer Mark Mitchell, one of the top players in the transfer portal.
"Mark Mitchell received a temporary injunction and has now committed to Kentucky for his final year.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:30 PMKentucky basketball lands Missouri transfer Mark Mitchell
Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats have landed Missouri transfer Mark Mitchell, one of the top players in the transfer portal.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:12 PMMark Mitchell commits to Kentucky basketball after suing for 5th year
Mark Pope and Kentucky basketball landed a transfer portal commitment from Mark Mitchell, who spent the past two seasons with the Missouri Tigers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:02 PMMark Mitchell commits to Kentucky Basketball
Mark Mitchell received a temporary injunction and has now committed to Kentucky for his final year.
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