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Kentucky Wildcats ranked fifth in early SEC basketball preview

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 9:02 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Kentucky Wildcats ranked fifth in early SEC basketball preview
Summary

The Kentucky Wildcats are projected as a second-tier team in the SEC ahead of next season. Despite concerns over high-end playmaking, the return of Malachi Moreno and the addition of Iowa State's Milan Momcilovic bolster the roster. The Wildcats have brought in guards Alex Wilkins and Zoom Diallo, addressing previous gaps in their lineup. With a mix of talent across the court, expectations are high for a competitive season under head coach Mark Pope. A ranking suggests Kentucky could contend for a top-25 position if they solidify their offensive unit.

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  • •Kentucky Wildcats ranked fifth in early SEC basketball tiers list.
  • •Malachi Moreno returns, enhancing team's prospects.
  • •Milan Momcilovic strengthens roster as a key addition.
  • •Guards Alex Wilkins and Zoom Diallo join from the portal.
  • •Mark Pope aims to improve the team's performance.
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  • 9:02 PMYahoo Sports — Where the Kentucky Wildcats sit in way-too-early SEC hoops preview
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The Kentucky Wildcats have a chance to be a real threat in the SEC next season, and this way-too-early preview agrees.

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