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Kentucky scrambles for Momcilovic, Moreno as rivals sign recruits

5/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Kentucky coach Mark Pope is working to secure forward Milan Momcilovic and center Malachi Moreno to avoid a roster crisis.
Boston College signed Andrija Bukumirovic (May 4, 2026), added Aly Tounkara (May 7, 2026), and committed Jordan Ghee (May 10, 2026).
Oregon added Fred Payne (April 29, 2026), Nebraska signed Boden Kapke (April 18, 2026), Southwest Texas received Caleb Steger (May 8, 2026), and Longwood signed Kany Tchanda (May 4, 2026).

History

Historical Context

After NCAA sanctions crippled Kentucky, Rick Pitino was hired in 1990, rebuilt the program with a three-point-heavy, full-court press style and captured the 1996 national title; his .708 career winning percentage ranks among the best. The Pitino era also spawned dozens of future coaches, and Mark Pope now leads Kentucky.

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Story summary

Kentucky coach Mark Pope is working to secure forward Milan Momcilovic and center Malachi Moreno to avoid a roster crisis.
Boston College signed Andrija Bukumirovic (May 4, 2026), added Aly Tounkara (May 7, 2026), and committed Jordan Ghee (May 10, 2026).
Oregon added Fred Payne (April 29, 2026), Nebraska signed Boden Kapke (April 18, 2026), Southwest Texas received Caleb Steger (May 8, 2026), and Longwood signed Kany Tchanda (May 4, 2026).

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