Tounde Yessoufou, a 6-foot-5 guard who played for the Baylor Bears, has entered the transfer portal just before the deadline, as reported by Pete Nakos of On3. This decision follows his announcement on April 10, 2026, that he would explore the NBA Draft, raising speculation about his future. During his freshman season, Yessoufou had an impressive average of 17.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game while shooting 46.5% from the field. Although his 29.3% shooting from beyond the arc indicates potential for improvement, his dynamic scoring ability has made him a notable player in college basketball. Initially, Yessoufou had Kentucky among his top choices in high school but ultimately chose Baylor. Now, there are indications that UCLA may be his next destination, especially since he is a native of California. His “do-not-contact” tag suggests he may already have a preferred school in mind. If Kentucky, led by head coach Mark Pope, does not secure Yessoufou, they may turn their attention to elite 2026 prospect Tyran Stokes.