Kentucky Wildcats News: Tom Leach makes his Malachi Moreno prediction

Kentucky Wildcats News: Tom Leach makes his Malachi Moreno prediction

Mar 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) passes the ball during the first half against the Florida Gators at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images | Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Good morning, BBN!

Things are about to pick back up in terms of recruiting for college basketball as the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline is quickly approaching. For Kentucky Wildcats fans, the most important decision comes from center Malachi Moreno.

Things seem to be trending in the right direction for the Georgetown native to return to Lexington, but a first-round guarantee could still be on the table, meaning what once seemed like a lock is now still up in the air.

With plenty of speculation swirling, one prediction might help ease the minds of the BBN. That comes from the voice of the Wildcats in Tom Leach.

Leach joined BBN Tonight this week and had this to say when asked about making a prediction on the future of Moreno;

“I’m still where I have always been. I always thought he would be back at Kentucky next season. I think that makes the most sense, and I continue to feel that way. So hope I’m right,” Leach said of Moreno.

Once again, a return from Moreno would be huge. Let’s hope we get to see him back for his sophomore season.

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Headlines

Avery Pope Joins Kentucky Women’s Tennis- UK Athletics

Congrats to the daughter of UK head coach Mark Pope!

Bam Adebayo, Cason Wallace named to NBA All-Defensive Teams- KSR

Congrats to the former Cats!

Kentucky Contends for a NCAA Women’s Golf Championship Beginning Friday- UK Athletics

Let’s go!

NBA executives believe Malachi Moreno and Milan Momcilovic should pull out of the draft- KSR

This would be great for Kentucky.

DL Griff Galloway commits to Kentucky over Clemson, Virginia Tech- Cats Pause

Another one!

NBA free agent rankings: Bobby Marks’ top 20 players for 2026- ESPN

Some big names of the market this season.

2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson leaderboard: Si Woo Kim nearly shoots 59; Scheffler, Spieth in the hunt after Round 2- CBS

A fun day in Texas.