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Welcome to “What to expect,” an offseason article series focusing on the Louisville basketball roster and each of its scholarship players.

Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks forward Karter Knox (11) reacts after losing to the Texas Tech Red Raiders during overtime during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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What to expect: Karter Knox's junior year

It's officially official. With players arriving on campus this week for the start of summer workouts, Louisville basketball and head coach Pat Kelsey

Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey instructs his players during a timeout as the Louisville Cardinals host the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in an NCAA basketball game at the KFC Yum! Center, Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, in Louisville.

Louisville, Pat Kelsey announce 2026 transfer and freshman classes

Welcome to “What to expect,” an offseason article series focusing on the Louisville basketball roster and each of its scholarship players. Here,

Nov 27, 2025; Kissimmee, Florida, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'Shayne Montgomery (2) controls the ball against the Georgetown Hoyas in the first half at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

What to expect: De'Shayne Montgomery as a two-way guard

The NBA Draft's deadline has passed for players looking to return to college basketball. So what better time than May 28 to give a way-too-early

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College Basketball’s Way-Too-Early Top 25 after the NCAA withdrawal deadline: Duke, Michigan and the teams built to win

Mar 13, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Jackson Shelstad (3) dribbles the ball while Indiana Hoosiers guard Anthony Leal (3) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

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What to expect: Louisville point guard Jackson Shelstad

Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Adrian Wooley (14) drives the ball while defended by Michigan State Spartans guard Trey Fort (9) in the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

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What to expect: Adrian Wooley's junior leap

Boyuan Zhang, the No. 46-ranked prospect in the 2026 On3 Rankings, has committed to the University of Louisville.  He chose Louisville over

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Scout & Fit: Louisville lands Boyuan Zhang

The hard part about grading Transfer Portal classes is figuring out what actually matters. Talent obviously matters, but so does fit, experience,

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College Basketball Transfer Portal 2026: The 5 Biggest Winners and 10 Sleeper Teams to Watch

Survival of the fittest.   The coaches and programs across college basketball that adapt and endure the most change are the ones that succeed in

Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey reacts in the first half against the Michigan State Spartans during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

How Pat Kelsey and Louisville adapted and built a more physical, athletic roster

Obinna Ekezie Jr., the nation's top center, has committed to the University of Louisville.  Ekezie will reclassify to 2026 and be a part of

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Scout & Fit: Obinna Ekezie Jr. commits to Louisville

Louisville basketball's 2026-27 roster is still very much under construction, but with six confirmed additions and the return of London Johnson and

Film on every single. Louisville basketball transfer portal addition (Graphic: William McDermott)

Film on each of Louisville's transfer portal additions

Louisville beat out schools like NC State, Xavier, and Kentucky for in-state product and 7-foot-5 transfer Gabe Dynes.  The senior center is now the

Feb 8, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Southern California Trojans center Gabe Dynes (45) and Penn State Nittany Lions guard Freddie Dilione V (5) jump for the rebound during the second half at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Scout & Fit: Louisville commit Gabe Dynes

Well, that day of listing Dayton transfer De'Shayne Montgomery as a Kentucky target sure was something!  Jacob Polacheck of KSR+ reported Thursday

Nov 28, 2025; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'Shayne Montgomery (2) drives to the basket past Brigham Young University Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) in the first half during the ESPN Events Invitational at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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Dayton's De’Shayne Montgomery -- a former Kentucky target -- commits to Louisville

Louisville is making an impact on the defensive end of the floor with the addition of Dayton junior guard De'Shayne Montgomery.   Montgomery marks

Nov 19, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'Shayne Montgomery (2) during the game against the Marquette Golden Eagles at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Scout & Fit: De'Shayne Montgomery joins Louisville

Louisville and Pat Kelsey strike again in the Transfer Portal.   Dayton junior guard De'Shayne Montgomery is now the fifth addition in the Cardinals'

Nov 11, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'Shayne Montgomery (2) steals the ball away from Cincinnati Bearcats forward Jalen Celestine (32) in the second half at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Louisville adds Dayton guard De'Shayne Montgomery from portal

Former Dayton guard De'Shayne Montgomery has committed to Louisville via the NCAA Transfer Portal. He has one season of eligibility remaining.

Mar 14, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'shayne Montgomery (2) brings the ball up court against Saint Louis Billikens forward Ishan Sharma (9) during the first half in an Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament Semifinal game at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Dayton transfer guard De'Shayne Montgomery commits to Louisville

With the additions of Washington's Zoom Diallo and Furman's Alex Wilkins, Kentucky is on the hunt for backcourt depth. More options at guard for head

Nov 28, 2025; Kissimmee, FL, USA; Dayton Flyers guard De'Shayne Montgomery (2) controls the ball against the Brigham Young University Cougars in the first half during the ESPN Events Invitational at State Farm Field House. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Bio Blast: Dayton guard De'Shayne Montgomery

Dayton guard De'Shayne Montgomery is a new name to watch for Kentucky. Sources tell KSR+ that Kentucky has been in contact with Montgomery's

Kentucky Involved With Dayton Guard De'Shayne Montgomery

More bits and bobs! Just like last week, let's take a brief step back and analyze the state of Louisville basketball's efforts in the Transfer

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Louisville Transfer Portal: Time to pivot, midweek bits and bobs

Louisville has cast a wide net in the Transfer Portal, specifically looking at the guard position over the last few days.   Dayton junior guard

Dayton guard De'Shayne Montgomery to visit Louisville on Wednesday

The college basketball Transfer Portal closed last night at midnight. That ended the 15-day window where DI undergraduate players were able to enter

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Transfer Portal Intel: Louisville gets visitor, Oregon & Cincinnati trending, and more

Today is the final day of the Transfer Portal being open. It opened on Tuesday (April 7) at 12:00:01 AM. As of the close of business on Monday, there

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Transfer Portal Intel: Mississippi State, Syracuse & Cincinnati trending; TCU, Virignia Tech, NC State battling

The Transfer Portal is open! Now, what will Louisville and Pat Kelsey do?   As we know, the later portal window this spring hasn't stopped Louisville

Mar 19, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey reacts during the first half against the South Florida Bulls during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Transfer Portal: Live updates as Louisville, Pat Kelsey begin reshaping the roster

This spring feels like a tumultuous time for Pat Kelsey and Louisville men's basketball. The Cardinals are coming off their first NCAA Tournament win

Mar 21, 2026; Buffalo, NY, USA; Louisville Cardinals mascot Louie looks on during the first half against the Michigan State Spartans during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Keybank Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

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