After going 3-0 in exhibition play, the Kentucky basketball team opens up their season tonight against the Manhattan Jaspers. It’s a chance to see the Wildcats in action in a game that counts, and see what Mark Pope’s squad can do in games that matter.
Milan Momcilovic and Malachi Moreno are the players to watch for Kentucky. They will be the leaders of the team, but there is plenty of talent around them, even with Kam Williams still missing time with his foot injury.
Finding the right combination in the backcourt will be key for Pope this year. Zoom Diallo and Alex Wilkins transferred in, and will likely start. However, freshman Mason Williams has looked tremendous during their exhibition games, and could earn a starting spot soon enough…