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2026-27 Kentucky basketball player preview: Malachi Moreno

Kentucky fans received some huge news on Sunday when Malachi Moreno opted out of the NBA Draft to return to Lexington for another year. It was not only big for the Wildcats, but for Moreno too as it now gives him another year to really boost his stock before hopefully cementing himself near or even in the lottery next year.

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2026-27 Kentucky basketball player preview: Zoom Diallo

Mark Pope found his guy quickly through the transfer portal to become the new starting point guard. Following Jaland Lowe's departure, Kentucky needed to go find a high-quality point guard to run the offense next season and they got a hidden gem in Zoom Diallo.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 29

2026-27 Kentucky basketball player preview: Alex Wilkins

Obviously, who you have at point guard is important and Kentucky has a quality one in Zoom Diallo, but one player in particular is going to be huge in determining the team's success next season and that guy is Furman transfer guard Alex Wilkins, who is going to provide crucuial scoring for the Wildcats.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 28

If Ousmane N'Diaye hits his upside it would be massive for Kentucky

One player that Big Blue Nation should be very excited to see suit up in a Kentucky uniform is Ousmane N’Diaye. The 6’11 Senegalese power forward has been putting up some very impressive numbers in Italy, and he could develop into a superstar at Kentucky.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 28

Kentucky will have one of the most underrated backcourt duos in college basketball

Mark Pope missing on some of his top targets in the transfer portal has overshadowed some of the elite additions he has made to this roster. Once the roster is finally put together and Coach Pope has his team for the 2026-27 season, Big Blue Nation will start to get excited, and there is one thing they should be excited about right now.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 28

2026-27 Kentucky basketball player preview: Ousmane N'Diaye

Kentucky's backcourt and the return of Malachi Moreno has gotten a lot of talk, and rightfully so, but there is one addition that could really end up paying off and that is international prospect Ousmane N'Diaye.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 28

2026-27 Kentucky basketball player preview: Kam Williams

Mark Pope is clearly aiming to get back to playing a fast and fun brand of basketball that includes shooting a lot of threes. He didn't return much from this past season, but the guys he did bring back fit his system perfectly.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 27

Kam Williams is set to be a breakout star for the Kentucky Wildcats

One of the things this 2026-27 Kentucky basketball team will be relying on is some players having a breakout season and exceeding expectations. If some of the players on the team are able to do this, the Wildcats will be a much better team than some are anticipating.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 27

The date for Kentucky's game against Louisville next season is set

Both Kentucky and Louisville fans were up in arms last season when the two faced off in an early-season clash, something that has been rare to see over the years.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 25

Potential and elite upside could be the difference for this Kentucky basketball team

This 2026-27 Kentucky basketball team is one of the more interesting teams fans have seen in a very long time for multiple different reasons. One of the reasons this team is so different is that right now, there isn’t a true star player.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 25

With Malachi Moreno back at Kentucky Mark Pope has one final job to complete

Kentucky fans got massive news on Sunday night as it was announced that Malachi Moreno will be back in Lexington for his sophomore season. When Moreno put his name in the NBA Draft after the conclusion of his freshman season, Kentucky fans didn’t believe he was going to stay in the draft, but things heated up quickly for the seven-footer.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 24

Malachi Moreno will be back in Lexington for his sophomore season at Kentucky

Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats got some massive news on Sunday evening as star center Malachi Moreno is pulling his name out of the NBA Draft and will return for another season in Lexington.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 22

Would both Malachi Moreno and Milan Momcilovic benefit by returning to college?

Kentucky fans are eagerly awaiting two announcements. One, from their star big man in hopes he will return for another year, who was the top priortity this offseason, but also from top target Milan Momcilovic, the star get and excellent fit that Pope is looking to fill out the upcoming roster with.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 22

Kentucky ending their yearly series with Gonzaga is actually a good thing

Kentucky fans everywhere have been wanting the Wildcats to get involved in a premier in-season tournament, whether it's the Players Era or whatever -- just something fun with some high-quality hoops.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 22

JMU transfer Justin McBride is a very underrated portal addition for Kentucky

Power forward has been one of the more interesting positions for the Kentucky Wildcats as Mark Pope missed on some great players in the portal, but I like the two players he added.

Kentucky's first recruiting class in the Will Stein era just got even stronger

The Kentucky Wildcats are looking to build something that can lead to a high level of success in the SEC.

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College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 21

How will Kentucky pivot if Malachi Moreno stays in the NBA Draft?

All of Big Blue Nation is incredibly stressed right now with a decision looming for center Malachi Moreno as he decides whether he will stay in the NBA Draft or come back to play for Kentucky next season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 21

Could the 'star player' Kentucky is missing already be on the roster?

There is a big concern surrounding Big Blue Nation right now, and it has to do with the “star player” for the 2026-27 season. Some feel that this roster does not have a star player, and it is really hard to be an elite team without one.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A to Z Sports / May 2

Josh Elander has a strong message for his players after Tennessee drops series against Kentucky

Tennessee’s up and down season suffered a drop in a bad way over the weekend against the Wildcats. The Tennessee Vols’ rollercoaster season just went through another drop, this time coming after a second straight lopsided loss to the Kentucky Wildcats in Lexington.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 30

Five-time NBA All-Star John Wall brings invaluable experience to Howard Bison

John Wall is making his return to Washington D.C.

Kentucky HC Mark Pope suffers another offseason loss after No. 1 overall recruit Tyran Stokes commits to Kansas

Shaq's daughter Me'Arah O'Neal announces her transfer decision

College Basketball (W) News / Larry Brown Sports / May 1

Shaq's daughter Me'Arah O'Neal announces her transfer decision

Me’Arah O’Neal is officially headed to Big Blue Nation.

NCAA Tournament expansion a death knell to mid-majors

NCAA moves toward new transfer tampering enforcement framework

Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / April 28

Kentucky hoops lands star James Madison transfer Justin McBride

McBride will be bringing some intriguing experience to the table for the Wildcats.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Kentucky Gets Good News on No. 2 Overall Recruit

Recruiting news in college basketball can feel constant this time of year, but every now and then, something pops up that actually makes people stop and pay attention.