Debate emerges between Malachi Moreno and Flory Bidunga for Wildcats
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
As the 2026-27 college basketball season approaches, a debate is unfolding regarding the Kentucky Wildcats' Malachi Moreno and Louisville Cardinal Flory Bidunga. Moreno, a sophomore big man, returned to Kentucky following strong NBA Draft feedback and aims for a standout season. Bidunga, the top transfer player, is noted for his defensive skills and explosiveness. Analysts, including Jeff Goodman from The Field of 68, suggest Bidunga holds a slight edge in this matchup. Both players are expected to be central figures for their teams as they compete in the upcoming season.
- •Moreno returns to Kentucky after solid feedback from the NBA Draft process.
- •Bidunga is the top transfer after a successful stint at Kansas.
- •Goodman gives Bidunga a slight edge for the upcoming season.
- •Both players are expected to play pivotal roles for their teams.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcat News: Malachi Moreno vs. Flory Bidunga Debate
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