LEXINGTON, Ky. (LEX 18) — A 2023 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament standout has reportedly committed to Mark Pope's first roster at Kentucky. Multiple reports share that Lamont Butler has committed to the Wildcats. First reported by Kentucky Sports Radio.
LAMONT BUTLER WINS IT AT THE BUZZER 😱
— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) April 2, 2023
THE AZTECS ARE #NATIONALCHAMPIONSHIP BOUND 🔥#MarchMadness pic.twitter.com/2sqxu5g05j
Butler is a four-year guard from San Diego State, known for his defensive prowess, he averaged 9.3 points per game, 3 assists per game, and 1.5 steals a game last season.
Lamont Butler scoop and score 🔥#MarchMadness @Aztec_MBB pic.twitter.com/6i3MPyF6Zt
— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) April 4, 2023
He would be the fourth scholarship player on Mark Pope's roster, joining Drexel transfer Amari Williams and signees Colin Chandler and Travis Perry.
