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Jan 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) defends Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) during the second half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Malachi Moreno can really prove himself with another year at Kentucky

Wyatt Huff

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May 25, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on after the game against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Mark Pope knew how important getting Malachi Moreno back was

Wyatt Huff

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May 25, 2026

Feb 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24), guard Jasper Johnson (2) and forward Braydon Hawthorne (right) celebrate from the bench during the second half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Three bold predictions for Malachi Moreno's sophomore season at Kentucky

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 25, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls a play during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 25, 2026

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Jan 21, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) passes the ball during the first half against the Texas Longhorns at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 24, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) reacts in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

Why Kentucky Makes Sense for Iowa State Basketball Star Milan Momcilovic

Nick Ziegler

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May 23, 2026

Kentucky coach Mark Pope works the sideline against Florida during their quarterfinal game of the 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 13, 2026.

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

Wyatt Huff

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May 22, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope speaks during an interview at the practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

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

Wyatt Huff

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May 22, 2026

Nevada’s Justin McBride shoots while taking on Colorado State at Lawlor Events Center in Reno on Dec. 21, 2024.

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

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 22, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) passes the ball during the first half against the Florida Gators at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 21, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Furman Paladins guard Alex Wilkins (10) reacts against the UConn Huskies in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 21, 2026

Dec 23, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with center Malachi Moreno (24) during the second half against the Bellarmine Knights at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Malachi Moreno has a very tough decision on his hands

Wyatt Huff

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May 20, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) speaks during the postgame press conference after the game against the Kentucky Wildcats during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

It could come down to a Kentucky vs. Louisville battle for Milan Momcilovic

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 20, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) holds a ball during a practice session ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium.

2026 NBA Draft Could Add to Growing List of NFL-NBA Sibling Duos

Randall Sweet

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May 19, 2026

Oct 24, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Braydon Hawthorne (22) gestures in celebration from the bench during the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

A surprise starter has been predicted for the 2026-27 Kentucky basketball team

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 19, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on against the Santa Clara Broncos during the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Kentucky extended a number of offers following the live period

Wyatt Huff

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May 19, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope speaks during the postgame press conference after the game against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

Kentucky is recruiting the brother of an NBA rookie sensation

Andrew Stefaniak

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May 18, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Tamin Lipsey (3) shoots a lay up as Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) defends during the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

This NBA Prospect screams Orlando Magic

Ryan Kaminski

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May 18, 2026

May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

A Former Wildcat has now won back-to-back NBA MVP awards

Wyatt Huff

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May 17, 2026

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