Mark Mitchell decommits from Kentucky to return to Missouri

Mark Mitchell has decommitted from the University of Kentucky men's basketball program. According to Jeff Goodman, Mitchell intends to re-enroll at the University of Missouri while awaiting the resolution of a fifth-year eligibility lawsuit involving the NCAA. The decision leaves the Kentucky roster with an empty scholarship spot as head coach Mark Pope and his staff prepare for the upcoming season. Big Blue Madness is scheduled to take place in a few weeks. The Wildcats continue to integrate other roster additions, including Milan Momcilovic, as they head into a schedule featuring multiple early high-profile contests. While the loss of Mitchell affects the team's depth, the staff has not yet indicated if they will pursue an additional player to fill the vacancy.

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