Center Cherif Millogo Commits To Kentucky

Seven-foot-five center Cherif Millogo announced his commitment to play college basketball for Kentucky on Thursday. Millogo, who is considered the No. 8 overall prospect in the recruiting class of 2027, marks the highest-ranked recruit secured by head coach Mark Pope during his tenure with the Wildcats.

Former NBA player Luc Mbah a Moute serves as Millogo's legal guardian. With his commitment, Millogo joins four-star prospect Ryan Hampton, ranked No. 31 in the class, in Kentucky's 2027 recruiting group.