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Kentucky’s Moreno and Momcilovic Expected to Stay in College After NBA Combine, CBS Says
sports11 days ago

Kentucky’s Moreno and Momcilovic Expected to Stay in College After NBA Combine, CBS Says

CBS Sports predicts Malachi Moreno will return to Kentucky for his sophomore season and Milan Momcilovic will also stay in college, with potential destinations for Momcilovic if he withdraws including Kentucky, Louisville, St. John’s and UCLA; other outlets echo the stay-news, but the final decision isn’t known until the NCAA withdrawal deadline on May 27. Moreno’s decision was also tied to his five-on-five scrimmage absence at the combine, which some speculate UK encouraged to avoid risk while gathering feedback.

via A Sea Of Blue|
#college-basketball#kentucky-wildcats#malachi-moreno
Wildcat Nation Shines at Derby Day in Louisville
sports23 days ago

Wildcat Nation Shines at Derby Day in Louisville

The Kentucky Derby drew a star-studded Wildcats crowd at Churchill Downs, led by Will Levis and Wan'Dale Robinson, now NFL teammates with the Titans, and Ray Davis of the Bills. Oscar Tshiebwe also made an appearance in a bold cowboy hat, along with current UK players like Trent Noah, highlighting a strong Bluegrass presence across football and basketball at the Derby.

via On3|
#kentucky-derby#kentucky-wildcats#oscar-tshiebwe
Moreno in ESPN’s 2026 Mock: Mid‑Second Round Projection Sparks Return Talk
sports26 days ago

Moreno in ESPN’s 2026 Mock: Mid‑Second Round Projection Sparks Return Talk

ESPN’s Jeremy Woo projects Kentucky guard Malachi Moreno to go 43rd overall to the Brooklyn Nets in the 2026 NBA Draft, a mid-second-round spot that could keep him weighing a return for his sophomore season. The piece also notes Jayden Quaintance at 15th to the Bulls and Ugonna Onyenso at 50th to the Raptors, with Moreno's stock potentially rising through a strong pre-draft process and possible NBA Combine invites in Chicago (May 10–17).

via A Sea Of Blue|
#basketball#kentucky-wildcats#malachi-moreno
Tyran Stokes Could Define Pope's Kentucky Era
sports27 days ago

Tyran Stokes Could Define Pope's Kentucky Era

Kentucky is pushing hard for Tyran Stokes, a top 2027 recruit whose versatile, college-ready game could make him the presumptive No. 1 pick in the 2027 NBA Draft. Mark Pope has pulled out all the stops—signing Stokes’ former high school teammate Zoom Diallo and bringing in Jamal Crawford as a mentor—to position UK for a seismic upgrade. With limited alternative paths (transfer options, reclassification limits, or international routes) and rising pressure as Kentucky navigates a new athletic director, landing Stokes could dramatically alter Kentucky’s trajectory for 2026-27, while missing on him could leave the program rebuilding against top reloads elsewhere.

via On3|
#basketball-recruiting#college-basketball#kentucky-wildcats
Lions Trade Up to Draft Kendrick Law, Betting on Speed and Special Teams
sports1 month ago

Lions Trade Up to Draft Kendrick Law, Betting on Speed and Special Teams

Detroit moved up from pick 181 to 168 in the fifth round to select Kentucky wide receiver Kendrick Law, a 5'11", 203-pound athlete who ran 4.45 and posted a 9.60 RAS. Law, who transferred from Alabama to Kentucky, led the Wildcats with 540 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns in 2025 and could carve out a roster spot mainly on special teams, given 537 career ST snaps and kickoff-return ability. The trade leaves Detroit with picks 205 and 222 for Day 3; top Lions needs include offensive tackle, defensive end, linebacker, tight end, nose tackle, defensive back, and running back.

via Pride Of Detroit|
#detroit-lions#kendrick-law#kentucky-wildcats
Powerhouse Hoops Still Have Big Gaps Ahead of 2026–27
sports1 month ago

Powerhouse Hoops Still Have Big Gaps Ahead of 2026–27

As teams reload through the transfer portal, five top programs—Kentucky, Kansas, NC State, LSU, and North Carolina—still face major holes to fill for 2026–27, from starting forward/wing spots to center and overall depth. The piece highlights key portal moves and targets: Kentucky is pursuing Tyran Stokes while juggling other options; Kansas is after a starting wing and a center and remains linked to Stokes; NC State has added guards and a shot-blocking center but needs wing/forward depth; LSU has only Mouhamed Dioubate on campus so far and must complete a competitive roster; North Carolina has added backcourt pieces and a potential center depending on Henri Veesaar's NBA decision. The story also flags other programs to watch, including Louisville, Miami, St. John’s, Arizona State, Texas Tech and Oklahoma State, as the portal market evolves.

via Sports Illustrated|
#college-basketball#kansas-jayhawks#kentucky-wildcats
Kentucky at a High-Stakes Crossroads in Donnie Freeman Recruitment
basketball-recruiting1 month ago

Kentucky at a High-Stakes Crossroads in Donnie Freeman Recruitment

Kentucky finds itself at a high-stakes moment in the transfer portal as Donnie Freeman narrows his choices to UK, St. John’s, and Tennessee. UK was the only program to host Freeman recently and looked poised for a commitment, but momentum has shifted toward St. John’s, and landing Freeman may require an NIL package north of $3 million. Complicating the decision is Sebastian Rancik’s commitment to Florida State, leaving Mark Pope’s staff to decide whether to overpay for Freeman or pivot to scarcer portal options. Longstanding concerns about Kentucky’s front-office development and its NIL budget narrative add pressure and risk if Freeman underperforms or if UK is perceived as overpaying. In the meantime, UK’s backcourt looks solid, but the path to a starting-four via the portal remains murky, underscoring a broader era of leverage and drama in college basketball recruiting.

via On3|
#basketball-recruiting#donnie-freeman#kentucky-wildcats
Minchey Leads Kentucky Offense in Narrow Spring Game Win
sports1 month ago

Minchey Leads Kentucky Offense in Narrow Spring Game Win

Kentucky's weather-shortened spring game at Kroger Field ended 23-18 with the offense edging the defense as Kenny Minchey led multiple first-team drives for Will Stein's new era; the day was hampered by injuries and absences, with about 15 players out, leaving thin depth at running back and wide receiver. Shane Carr even threw a TD pass, and the offensive line shuffled with Price and Tshabola at guard/tackle roles while Alinen offered versatility. On defense, Jay Bateman's unit played aggressive with blitzes and tight coverage, signaling a tougher, more physical look in the fall.

via On3|
#college-football#kenny-minchey#kentucky-wildcats
Rapid Roster Shuffle Hits Kentucky as 2026 Transfer Portal Week Winds Down
sports1 month ago

Rapid Roster Shuffle Hits Kentucky as 2026 Transfer Portal Week Winds Down

Kentucky is in the midst of a fast-paced 2026 offseason, with a near-start-from-scratch rebuild as returners are weighed against a wave of departures. The ledger lists returning players (Kam Williams, Reece Potter, Braydon Hawthorne, Trent Noah, Malachi Moreno), a new 4-star signee (Mason Williams), and outbound transfers to Alabama (Brandon Garrison), BYU (Collin Chandler), Florida (Denzel Aberdeen), and Ohio State (Andrija Jelavic). The Cats remain in the mix for several transfer targets—like Tyran Stokes and Rob Wright—with visits planned and the transfer portal closing in under two weeks, signaling a sprint to finish amidst continued roster turnover.

via A Sea Of Blue|
#college-basketball#kentucky-wildcats#ncaa
Chandler Leaves Door Open for Kentucky Return Amid Portal Buzz
sports1 month ago

Chandler Leaves Door Open for Kentucky Return Amid Portal Buzz

Kentucky guard Collin Chandler has entered the transfer portal; BYU is currently viewed as the frontrunner to land him, but Chandler left the door open for a potential return to Kentucky after discussions. He averaged 9.7 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.1 minutes per game last season, shot 41% from three, and is ranked among the top portal players.

via On3|
#byu#college-basketball#collin-chandler