Mimi Thiero Keeps Kentucky in Contention in Top 12 List

Top high school prospect Mimi Thiero, a 2026 standout, has advanced her recruitment process, with the Kentucky Wildcats still prominently in the running. The 6-foot-4 power forward from Leetsdale, Pennsylvania, unveiled her top 12 college choices on Monday, including Kentucky, Louisville, Memphis, Mississippi State, Vanderbilt, Florida, Michigan, Oregon, Clemson, North Carolina, Maryland, and Georgia Tech. Renowned for her impressive size, rebounding prowess, shot-blocking skills, and rapidly developing offensive game, Thiero's unique combination of length and agility has made her a challenging opponent for defenders. Her rising profile has garnered significant attention from college recruiters as she climbs the national rankings. Basketball runs in her family—she is the younger sister of Adou Thiero, who began his college career at Kentucky before transferring to Arkansas. After a strong season with the Razorbacks, Adou was selected in the 2025 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. His success has heightened interest in Mimi's potential. With Kentucky still in the hunt, the Wildcats aim to continue their legacy through Thiero. As she approaches a critical phase of her high schoo...