​Greetings, BBN! Kentucky Basketball is on the hunt for one final player to fill that 15th scholarship, but beyond that, the 2026-27 roster is shaping up to be quite settled. With the lineup nearly locked in, we’re looking to you to weigh in on who will emerge as the team’s Most Valuable Player next season.
Malachi Moreno stands out as the big returnee after a standout freshman year that could have opened an NBA door. He chose to stay in Lexington, and his current trajectory positions him as one of the premier big men in college basketball. Moreno’s presence inside could be a game-changer for Kentucky, providing interior scoring, rebounding, and defensive versatility that will be crucial as the team navigates a challenging schedule.
Then there’s Milan Momcilovic, the Iowa State transfer who has drawn attention as one of the sport’s most impressive shooters in recent memory. His impact on the perimeter and his ability to stretch defenses will likely place him at the forefront of the MVP conversation. By all accounts, he’s poised to be the leading figure on the roster when the season commences, making him a strong favorite to be Kentucky’s MVP for 2026-27.
But the landscape isn’t set in stone. Could another player step up to seize the MVP crown? Projected starting guards Zoom Diallo and Alex Wilkins both carry impressive backgrounds and have shown flashes of potential that suggest a breakout season could be on the horizon. Surrounded by what could be the best supporting cast they’ve had at Kentucky, each guard has the opportunity to elevate their game and become the team’s focal point during the upcoming campaign.
We want to hear from you. Cast your vote in the poll below and share your thoughts in the comments on who you believe will be Kentucky’s 2026-27 MVP. Will Moreno continue his ascent and anchor the frontcourt? Will Momcilovic’s shooting prowess dominate the floor and drive the team’s success? Or will Diallo or Wilkins emerge as the season’s breakout star, capitalizing on a wealth of talent around them?
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a community survey that gathers input from fans across the NCAA. In the spirit of engagement, we’ll be asking questions to the most plugged-in Kentucky fans and readers nationwide throughout the year. If you’d like to participate in the weekly emailed surveys, you can sign up here. And as always—GO CATS!