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Kentucky Basketball ranks 17th in ESPN, 16th in CBS Sports preseason polls

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Jul 4, 2026

Kentucky Basketball ranks 17th in ESPN, 16th in CBS Sports preseason polls
Summary

Kentucky Basketball maintains its position in updated preseason rankings, sitting 17th in ESPN and moving up to 16th in CBS Sports. The Wildcats' placement reflects a solidified team after a challenging previous season, which included a disappointing NCAA Tournament outing. With notable players like Milan Momcilovic joining the roster alongside returning scorer Malachi Moreno, Kentucky aims for improvement in the upcoming season. The updated rankings come more than 120 days ahead of the regular season, providing a snapshot of the Wildcats' expected performance.

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  • •Kentucky remains 17th in ESPN's rankings with no change.
  • •The Wildcats move to 16th in CBS Sports after player injuries.
  • •Transfer Milan Momcilovic joins the team as a key player.
  • •Malachi Moreno is one of the top returning scorers.
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  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Where Kentucky Basketball stands in updated ESPN and CBS Sports preseason rankings
What they're saying
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Kentucky ranking remains relatively unchanged in updated “way-too-early” polls

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