Andrew Carr, the No. 1 recruit in the 2026 class, has officially committed to the Kentucky Wildcats. The five-star forward, who had powerhouse programs like Ohio State, Arkansas, and Duke fighting for his signature, made the announcement in dramatic fashion, stunning analysts and fans alike.
Carr, a 6-foot-10 athletic phenom, has been the most sought-after player in his class, known for his elite scoring ability, defensive dominance, and high basketball IQ. Many experts believed he was leaning toward Ohio State or Arkansas, but in a last-minute twist, Kentucky sealed the deal, adding another superstar to their storied program.
“I wanted to be part of something special,” Carr said during his announcement. “Coach [John Calipari] showed me a vision that I believe in, and Kentucky’s history of developing NBA talent speaks for itself. This is where I belong.”
The commitment is a massive win for the Wildcats, who continue to dominate the recruiting trail. Carr’s decision further cements Kentucky as a premier destination for top-tier talent, setting them up as a powerhouse for the coming seasons.
For OSU and Arkansas, this one stings. Both programs were heavily invested in landing Carr, believing he could be the cornerstone of their future success. Now, they’ll have to watch as he dons the Kentucky blue and chases championship glory.
With Carr joining an already elite recruiting class, the Wildcats are poised to make a serious run at a national title. Big Blue Nation is celebrating—and the rest of college basketball has been put on notice.
