Kentucky Targets Top Transfer Donnie Freeman for Power Forward Role

Former Syracuse standout visiting Lexington as Wildcats look to bolster frontcourt

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:09pm

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Kentucky is hosting former Syracuse power forward Donnie Freeman for a visit, as the Wildcats look to add a versatile frontcourt piece to their 2026-27 roster. Freeman, who averaged 16.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game last season, is seen as an ideal fit to fill a need at the four spot for Kentucky.

Why it matters

Kentucky's frontcourt was an area of concern last season, with the departures of Mo Dioubate and Andrija Jelavic leaving a void. Freeman's ability to score inside, rebound, and also stretch the floor with his three-point shooting makes him an attractive transfer target as the Wildcats look to reload for next year.

The details

Freeman will be visiting Kentucky on Friday, with a trip to UConn scheduled for the following day. The Wildcats are hoping to secure a commitment from the former Orange standout before he leaves campus, as landing him would be a significant boost to their frontcourt rotation.

  • Freeman will be visiting Kentucky on Friday, April 14, 2026.
  • He has a visit to UConn scheduled for Saturday, April 15, 2026.

The players

Donnie Freeman

A former power forward at Syracuse University who averaged 16.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game last season.

Mo Dioubate

A power forward who played for Kentucky last season but has since entered the transfer portal.

Andrija Jelavic

A power forward who played for Kentucky last season but has since transferred to Ohio State.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

Securing a commitment from Donnie Freeman would be a significant win for Kentucky, as they look to bolster their frontcourt and add a versatile, scoring threat at the power forward position. The Wildcats will need to make a strong impression during his visit to fend off interest from other programs like UConn.