Moreno Interview
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Yeah, I’m starting to think Moreno is not coming back.
Well, is there any center prospects in the draft, not named JQ, that might pull out?
Definitely not the answer you want to hear as a Kentucky fan
Yeah if he leaves I won't bother watching next season as it will be a bloodbath for UK.
Keegan Brown has found a unheard of STUD in western Somalia. Pope is flying there as we speak. Not worried about this interview.
It appears there may now be an increased likelihood that he may not be coming back, which is very concerning. If he does not return, our chances for a successful season are seriously diminished. Prior to hearing this, I was comfortable in his being back and playing a pivotal role for the team, vastly improved, hopefully. This is now an alarming situation ... to say the least.
If he’s stupid enough to play in the G league next year then he’s a damn fool . Let’s find out
Been saying he's gone. Nobody wants to play for Pope.
It's pretty obvious how this has been trending. Things could still change in a couple weeks, but you can tell he has full intention to stay in the draft if at all possible. I know all the ultra positive people on X have been trying to convince themselves he'll stay, but we've seen this too many times.
Can't teach size. I'm sure gms see the potential. You can tell he will be good in the future. I'm sure they all say what we say. He needs to work on his conditioning and strength which he can do while sitting on somebodys bench.
Trust me folks, until he says he is going out for a pack of cigarettes ANYTHING is possible.
He could also be looking for a bigger payday from UK also. Agents are smart.
Pope is the worst leader in the country, who wouldn’t take this opportunity.
Still will be surprised if he leaves. These interviews give only 2 answers:
-I’m focused on the draft, maybe college if so and so
-I’m all in on the draft and won’t be returning to college
These guys are in the midst of a job interview essentially. They’re not going to say anything to impact that job interview process.
He still might hold our feet to the fire to bump his NIL package that he already agreed to. Could have a significant impact on our ability to pursue a “star” if we’re dipping into the bank again for Malachi. Curious to see it unfold.
-I’m focused on the draft, maybe college if so and so
-I’m all in on the draft and won’t be returning to college
These guys are in the midst of a job interview essentially. They’re not going to say anything to impact that job interview process.
He still might hold our feet to the fire to bump his NIL package that he already agreed to. Could have a significant impact on our ability to pursue a “star” if we’re dipping into the bank again for Malachi. Curious to see it unfold.
What do you mean? The roster is great. I’ve read that on here for weeks. You must be such a miserable person, with no friends. Negative, negative, negative.
This dude walked into Lexington as a promising in‑state big…and walked out of Year 1 looking like a first‑round prototype who doesn’t even need to scrimmage at the Combine because the NBA already knows what time it is! That’s Pope’s system doing exactly what it was designed to!
This will pay MASSIVE recruiting dividends in Year 4 Pope!
This will pay MASSIVE recruiting dividends in Year 4 Pope!
Probably got some real instruction at the combine and thought “where the heck has this been”?
No it don't sound like it,he must have a guarantee
Pope doesn’t have a handle on recruiting but his own player’s intentions… maybe they don’t trust him with their future or whatever
I think he’s gone. If teams are really loving his upside he’s gotta capitalize on that. If he comes back and has another mediocre season then scouts start to look at that more than his potential and his stock could suffer.
Moreno, isn’t a 3 point shooter so he would have to rely on his athleticism, strength. rebounding and rim protection to contribute in the NBA. If he stays in the draft he will spend time in the CBA next year. Needs to go back to school and work himself into the lottery. I would rather be picked 8th next year than 25th this year and his game needs so much work. Going into the NBA unprepared to contribute in the NIL era is a poor decision.
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EZ 5 star in this recruiting cycle. Top 10 on 2027 draft boards
Of all fanbases in America ..BBN should know better by now that you don't have to be NBA ready to get drafted. Baffled by the ones saying he isn't getting drafted because he isn't ready.
Deciding to go to the NBA doesn't have crap to do with Pope man give your agenda a rest
10-19 record.
And no, Pope doesn’t get yr 4 because Moreno left. Anyone who suggests so is a fan of another team and should be banned.
And no, Pope doesn’t get yr 4 because Moreno left. Anyone who suggests so is a fan of another team and should be banned.
Exactly.
Another thing that I've considered is that MM literally grew up watching all of our one and done players. It's reasonable to think that he has been dreaming of being a one and done himself for years...just like is basketball idols.
You're just going to assume it means he doesn't want to play for Pope and has nothing to do with the NBA? You do realize the NCAA has a portal now and you can transfer anywhere you want without sitting out a year?