Kentucky is set to host Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman for a visit this week, likely on Tuesday. The 6-foot-9 forward averaged 16.5 points and 7.2 rebounds last season and is regarded as a highly sought-after player in the transfer portal.
Mar 10, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; Syracuse Orange forward Donnie Freeman (1) with the ball as Southern Methodist University Mustangs guard Boopie Miller (2) defends in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Kentucky Basketball is set to host one of the most sought-after players in the transfer portal this week, as Syracuse transfer forward Donnie Freeman will visit Lexington this week, likely on Tuesday, according to Bleed Blue Network and KSR.
Freeman, a 6-foot-9, 205-pound forward, is coming off a highly productive season in which he averaged 16.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, while also contributing nearly a steal and a block per contest. He shot an efficient 47.4% from the field across 23 games, though his 30.2% mark from three-point range shows room for growth as a perimeter shooter.
A former 5-star prospect in the class of 2024, Freeman entered college with high expectations and is rated as a four-star transfer, according to 247 Sports. He led Syracuse in both scoring and rebounding, showcasing his ability to impact the game on multiple levels.
Freeman was ranked 15th overall in the high school class of 2025 and is now ranked 14th overall in the transfer portal cycle of 2026, according to 247 Sports.
As his recruitment heats up, Kentucky fans have made their presence felt in a unique way. A University of Kentucky fraternity has gained attention for hanging bed sheets outside their house with messages aimed at top targets. It began with “Come Home Tyran,” referencing No. 1 overall 2026 recruit Tyran Stokes, followed by “Come Home Rob” for top transfer guard Rob Wright. Now, the message reads: “Come Home Donnie.”
The buzz even drew attention from within the program, as Kentucky assistants Mo Williams and Mikhail McLean stopped by the house, with McLean reportedly FaceTiming Freeman during the visit, which led to them asking the fans to include Freeman.
With momentum building, Kentucky is making a strong push to land one of the portal’s top forwards.
Donnie Freeman averaged 16.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game while shooting 47.4% from the field.
Donnie Freeman is expected to visit Kentucky this week, likely on Tuesday.
Donnie Freeman is rated as a four-star transfer according to 247 Sports.
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