Kentucky Wildcats News: Zoom Diallo Watch

April 11, 2026 · Yahoo Sports

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 11: Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) goes for a layup during the second round at the Big Ten Men's Basketball Championships at the United Center on March 11, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Bill Smith/Big Ten/University Images via Getty Images)

Good morning, BBN!

Mark Pope and his staff have their first transfer recruit on campus as Washington point guard, Zoom Diallo, started his visit to Lexington yesterday.

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With the point guard spot being the glaring need heading into next season for the Cats, Diallo making it to campus is a huge first step in securing a commitment. Add in the visit to Carson’s and Keeneland, and things could hopefully be headed in the right direction.

That puts us on commitment watch, as Coach Pope and his staff look to reel in their first big recruit of the offseason and kick things off for what will hopefully be a successful offseason.

Now, despite the visit from Diallo, the Cats still seem to be interested in Rob Wright from BYU and Dedan Thomas from LSU. Will they add multiple star players at the guard spot? That is now something to keep an eye on.

Let’s keep a close eye on this one, folks. Would be a huge pickup.

Tweet of the Day

Andrija Jelavic shared a message to BBN after committing to Ohio State tonight.

“This program was always destined for greatness and that will never change because it’s in great hands with Coach Pope and the rest of the amazing coaching staff.” pic.twitter.com/mzEeXYYtIZ
— Cole Parke (@ColeParke_wsc) April 11, 2026