The 2025-26 NBA season begins tonight, and the University of Kentucky has set a record with 27 players on opening day rosters.
This marks the 14th consecutive season that Kentucky has led the nation in the number of alumni in the NBA.
Two players from the 2024-25 Kentucky Wildcats team, Koby Brea and Amari Williams, have earned spots in the NBA, with Brea joining the Phoenix Suns and Williams joining the Boston Celtics.
Kentucky continues its extensive presence in the NBA.
Author's summary: Kentucky leads the nation with 27 players on NBA opening day rosters.