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Spears to Texas Shakes Up Kentucky's 2027 Plans | College Basketball News
Marcus Spears Jr., the top recruit in the 2027 class and Kentucky’s biggest target, has reclassified to play next season at Texas, handing the Wildcats a major blow. The hometown Longhorns, alongside LSU, were in the mix, but Spears chose to stay close to home under Sean Miller. Now, Kentucky’s focus shifts to landing forward CJ Rosser, who’s become even more critical as Spears heads to a conference rival. The Wildcats are also pursuing top big men Demarcus Henry, Lewis Uvwo, and Darius Wabbington, while Coach Mark Pope remains selective, prioritizing the right fit over flashy names. Spears…
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