JUST IN: Kentucky Basketball Unveils 2025–26 Jersey Numbers: See What Your Favorite Wildcat Will Be Wearing This Season…
While it might not top the list of major offseason events, the annual release of Kentucky basketball’s jersey numbers is a highly anticipated tradition for the Big Blue Nation—and one fans always look forward to.
The Wildcats have now officially announced the jersey numbers for the 2025–26 season, signaling it’s time for fans to start choosing which number they’ll sport in support of their favorite player. From experienced returnees to exciting newcomers, jersey numbers often symbolize more than just a spot on the roster—they become a personal brand for the athlete and a way for fans to express loyalty and identity.
Here’s a look at how the Wildcats will be numbered this season, from lowest to highest:
- Otega Oweh – 00
- Denzel Aberdeen – 1
- Jasper Johnson – 2
- Kam Williams – 3
- Andrija Jelavic – 4
- Collin Chandler – 5
- Trent Noah – 9
- Brandon Garrison – 10
- Jaland Lowe – 15
- Jayden Quaintance – 21
- Braydon Hawthorne – 22
- Mo Dioubate – 23
- Malachi Moreno – 24
- Reece Potter – 33
Familiar faces like Oweh (00), Chandler (5), Noah (9), and Garrison (10) will stick with the numbers they wore previously. Meanwhile, Denzel Aberdeen will take on the prestigious No. 1 jersey, which belonged to Lamont Butler last season.
As for the fresh additions to the squad: Kam Williams chooses No. 3, continuing a long tradition of Kentucky guards wearing that number. Jasper Johnson—one of the top prospects in the 2025 recruiting class—has selected No. 2, aiming to leave a mark akin to that of former Wildcat Ashton Hagans.
A notable mention goes to Trent Noah, who retains his distinctive No. 9 jersey. It’s a rarity in NCAA basketball due to long-standing numbering rules, but it carries a deeper historical significance tied to Kentucky’s past.
One of the most intriguing number choices comes from Jayden Quaintance. The 6-foot-10 standout opted for No. 21—a less conventional pick for big men compared to classics like No. 34. But Quaintance’s game mirrors the style of NBA legend Tim Duncan, making 21 a fitting tribute.
With these numbers now public, Kentucky fans can start gearing up—literally—for the upcoming season. Whether it’s the experienced leadership of Reece Potter at No. 33 or the exciting promise of Jasper Johnson at No. 2, there’s plenty of reason to get excited about the Wildcats’ next chapter under Coach Mark Pope.
Let the fan debates—and the shopping sprees—begin.
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