Kentucky wing Adou Thiero enters transfer portal

We have our first stay/go decision of the offseason, and it isn’t a favorable one for the Wildcats. Adou Thiero has decided to enter the transfer portal, potentially ending his time in Lexington after two seasons.

A player with clear star potential, the 6-8 wing out of Leetsdale, PA will explore his college basketball options elsewhere, On3 has learned.

Kentucky sophomore Adou Thiero has entered the transfer portal @On3sports has learned https://t.co/6MTvPDjwQP pic.twitter.com/mLBcmKp0vd

— Jamie Shaw (@JamieShaw5) March 28, 2024

Sources tell KSR he will also enter his name in the NBA Draft while not ruling out a return to Kentucky.

Thiero averaged 7.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per contest in his second season with the Wildcats.

John Calipari hinted at a potential third year for Thiero at Kentucky — if not hoped to speak it into existence — back in February, discussing his growth and potential as a junior in Lexington.

“It’s all there for him. He’s gotten so much better,” he said. “He’s not even what he was a year ago and what he is now. And I still think he’s going to be 6-9. He’s probably 6-7, maybe a little bit bigger now. By the time next year rolls around, he’ll be 6-9.”

In ESPN’s first 2025 NBA mock draft, Jonathan Givony included Thiero at No. 27 overall, betting on his physical tools as a potential first-rounder. Barring a change of heart, he could have a different school next to his name on draft boards next season.