As the calendar changes from 2024 to 2025, Mark Pope and his staff are working hard on recruiting for both the 2025 and 2026 classes. To the latter, Kentucky basketball is getting a visit from Anthony Thompson from the ’26 class.
Thompson is a 6’7″, 185 lb forward out of Ohio. He’s currently rated five stars by 247sports, and is ranked as the number nine overall player in the class. He’s the number three small forward in the class.
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The top ten recruit visited Lexington back in October, but is coming back. Thompson told Kentucky Sports Radio that he will be in Lexington on Saturday for Kentucky’s game against the Florida Gators. He already has an offer from Pope and the Wildcats as well.
A decision from Thompson isn’t imminent, but Kentucky seems to be making positive impressions. That’s important if they want to get a commitment when he gets to that point. He’s a very talented player and would be a great addition to the 2026 class.