The buzz in Lexington just got a little louder. The Kentucky Wildcats have officially dropped the list of jersey numbers for their 2025–26 men’s basketball squad, and fans are wasting no time locking in on new favorites and ordering fresh gear.
It might seem like a small detail, but jersey numbers often become iconic. Think of all the Kentucky legends immortalized by a single digit on their chest — from Anthony Davis’ 23 to John Wall’s electric 11. Now, a new wave of Wildcats is stepping up to write their chapter in Big Blue Nation history.
🔢 Who’s wearing what?
While Coach Mark Pope is carefully constructing a roster that’s a perfect blend of talent, hustle, and high basketball IQ, the players themselves are set to build personal brands around these numbers. The newly revealed assignments showcase a mix of tradition and fresh identity.
Highlights include:
Jaland Lowe, the high-profile Pitt transfer expected to make a massive impact, will don #2. Lowe’s sleek handle and shot-making should make that number one to watch.
Freshman big man Malachi Moreno, already making headlines for a viral full-court buzzer-beater in practice, chose #12 — perhaps hoping to carve out his own space alongside past UK bigs who wore low teens.
Veteran forward Amari Williams sticks with #24, doubling down on a number tied to relentless energy and boards.
Other assignments have fans dissecting every possible meaning: superstition, tribute, personal story — or maybe just the best number left on the rack. Either way, it fuels debates on social media and gives jersey shops plenty of orders to prep.
🏀 More than just digits
Why does this even matter? Because Kentucky basketball is as much about legacy as it is about wins. Every new jersey number is a chance for a player to etch his mark — to take a digit that was once just a patch of fabric and make it something the next generation of Wildcats fans dreams of wearing.
As practices heat up and the season edges closer, these numbers will start to symbolize grit, game-winners, and perhaps even another run to the Final Four.
💬 Join the conversation
Who do you think will make their number legendary this season? Drop your takes in the comments — and don’t be shy with your predictions. Big Blue Nation loves a little friendly debate.
