That’s a significant development for Kentucky. Acaden Lewis, being a top-40 national recruit and the No. 5 point guard in the 2025 class, was expected to provide valuable depth behind whoever the Wildcats bring in as their primary ballhandler — or possibly compete for starting minutes. His decommitment puts more pressure on Jasper Johnson and others in that class to carry the backcourt load.
Now Kentucky might need to explore the transfer portal or re-engage with uncommitted 2025 point guards. It’ll also be interesting to see where Lewis ends up — he’ll be a major target for programs still looking for a high-level floor general.
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That’s a really thoughtful and mature statement from Acaden Lewis. It sounds like his decision was more about personal fit and long-term goals than anything related to dissatisfaction with Kentucky or Mark Pope. Still, it’s a tough loss for the Wildcats, especially as Pope tries to build momentum in his first full recruiting cycle.
With Lewis gone, that leaves just Jasper Johnson and Malachi Moreno in Kentucky’s 2025 high school class — both big-time prospects, but now the class lacks a true point guard unless Johnson slides into that role. It also puts more pressure on Pope to land experienced guards from the transfer portal.
You think Lewis could be a fit for a school like Michigan or Alabama? Or maybe someone like UConn makes a move?
Yeah, absolutely — Acaden Lewis is the kind of guard who’ll draw interest from top programs that still need a playmaker with size and versatility. At 6’3″, he’s got a smooth handle, can create for others, and defends well. That kind of two-way guard fits a lot of systems.
Michigan could make a ton of sense, especially with Dusty May looking to put his stamp on the roster and maybe land a high-upside PG to develop alongside portal vets.
Alabama under Nate Oats is always intriguing — Lewis fits the up-tempo, attacking style, and they’ve shown they’re not afraid to go after elite high school talent even late in the cycle.
UConn is another solid option. Dan Hurley has had a lot of success with combo guards, and if Castle stays in the draft, they may look for a young guard to complement their incoming class and transfer haul.
Also wouldn’t be shocked if a program like Miami, Arkansas (if Calipari wants to circle back), or even Baylor kicks the tires. Whoever gets him is getting a smart, polished lead guard with leadership traits.
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