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Three Kentucky Wildcats who will break out during the 2026-27 season

Mark Pope has a very unique Kentucky roster this season because it features a lot of players who possess a ton of upside. This is the type of team that could be really good if everything goes well or could struggle is these players don’t hit their upside.

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Alex Wilkins explains why he picked Kentucky in the transfer portal

One of the biggest gets of the offseason for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats was landing Furman transfer Alex Wilkins. As a true freshman, Wilkins put up some video game-like numbers, averaging 17.8 points, 4.7 assists, and 2 rebounds per game for the Paladins.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / July 1

Alex Wilkins on Mo Williams: 'Mo is a big reason why I committed'

One of the big additions of the offseason for the Kentucky Wildcats was that of guard Alex Wilkins. As a true freshman last season at Furman, Wilkins put up massive numbers, proving he was ready to make a leap to the next level.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 30

A 2027 five-star center has put Kentucky in his top six schools

With the 2026 recruiting class wrapped up, Mark Pope and his coaching staff have moved on to the 2027 class. The Wildcats have already landed a player as five-star Ryan Hampton picked the Wildcats, and Mo Williams played a large role in this get.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Kentucky Basketball Among Final Contenders for Nation’s No. 1 Center

The Kentucky Wildcats have already gotten to work in the 2027 recruiting class. With a commitment from four-star shooting guard Ryan Hampton, they already rank first in the nation, according to Rivals.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / June 30

Kentucky QB Kenny Minchey has extremely highly expectations for WR DJ Miller

Starting quarterback Kenny Minchey did not hold back recently when he was asked to name his pick for a "breakout" candidate at Kentucky.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 30

Kentucky seems to be losing momentum with international star Nikola Kusturica

Kentucky is in pursuit of trying to add its last roster piece. While it's not a must-add given the roster that Pope and his staff have put together, it would certainy be the icing on the cake.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 30

Mark Pope on his roster for the 2026-27 season: 'I like us'

While it took a lot of work and a good amount of ups and downs, Coach Mark Pope put together a very good roster. The late addition of Milan Momcilovic is what put this Kentucky team over the edge to where fans think the Wildcats can be very good.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 30

Zoom Diallo talks about Kentucky's backcourt of he and Alex Wilkins

A lot of the talk has been about the supporting cast of Kentucky's backcourt, specifically Milan Momcilovic, but don't sleep on who Mark Pope has running the show.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 29

Kentucky PF Justin McBride on Ousmane N'Diaye: 'He is such a talented player'

Big Blue Nation's opinions on last season's power forward situation are very different depending on who you ask. Some would say that it was really bad, while others liked what Mo Dioubate and Andrija Jelavic brought to the table.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / June 29

Predicting Kentucky's three toughest non-conference games next season

The Kentucky basketball schedule is essentially set, with all of the marquee non-conference matchups in place along with the SEC schedule. With a roster that is very system-fit to how Mark Pope likes to play, one that includes the best shooter in college basketball, the Wildcats have a real opportunity to make serious noise next season.

Otega Oweh News / Yardbarker / June 25

Thunder may have gotten draft's biggest steal in second round

Why second-round NBA Draft pick Otega Oweh could be a steal for the Thunder

The 2026 NBA Draft concluded with Wednesday's second round as teams made their final selections in one of the deepest classes in the draft's history. One pick that may have flown a little under the radar was 41st overall selection Otega Oweh.

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