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- Ole Miss · Men's Basketball
Ole Miss honors Andy Kennedy after exhibition win over UAB
Writing for Red Cup Rebellion, the author says Ole Miss’s 92-78 exhibition win over UAB was secondary to honoring former coach Andy Kennedy. The piece looks back on Kennedy’s tenure with nostalgia, noting that some fans once wanted him gone but that he remained the program’s winningest coach. The author also highlights strong contributions from transfers Budd Clark and Santiago Trouet and balanced scoring from the Rebels.
Source: Red Cup Rebellion · Read the post →October 29, 2026
- Kentucky · Men's Basketball
Kentucky basketball's overtime win over UCF draws praise
Writing for A Sea of Blue, the author describes Kentucky's overtime win over UCF as an exciting, back-and-forth game that the Wildcats pulled away in late. The post credits Kentucky's efficient overtime shooting and highlights Malachi Moreno's double-double, Milan Momcilovic's scoring, and Mason Williams' strong bench performance. It also notes that four Wildcats scored in double figures and points to Alex Wilkins' key baskets in regulation and overtime.
Source: A Sea of Blue · Read the post →October 29, 2026
- Kentucky · Men's Basketball
Kentucky basketball lineup debate centers on point guard
Writing for A Sea of Blue, the author argues Kentucky’s best early-season starting lineup is becoming clear after the UCF win. The author says Mason Williams should start at point guard over Zoom Diallo because Williams protects the ball better and has outplayed him, while Alex Wilkins fits at shooting guard despite turnover concerns. Milan Momcilovic is described as the roster’s best player, and Ousmane N’Diaye gets a narrow edge over Justin McBride at power forward for defense and loose-ball play, though his shooting must improve.
Source: A Sea of Blue · Read the post →October 29, 2026
- Alabama · Men's Basketball
Alabama basketball preview weighs bigger roster, chemistry questions
Writing for Roll 'Bama Roll, the author previews Alabama's 2026-27 men's basketball roster and argues that Nate Oats rebuilt the frontcourt to address size and rebounding concerns. The piece frames the Tide as deep and physically imposing, with Aden Holloway and Amari Allen as established stars and Drew Fielder adding perimeter shooting from the frontcourt. It also raises questions about how quickly the newcomers will mesh, whether Alabama can improve defensively without losing its uptempo identity, and who will become the third scoring option.
Source: Roll 'Bama Roll · Read the post →October 29, 2026
- Florida · Men's Basketball
Florida fans weigh top-100 talent against depth concerns
Fans on r/FloridaGators are encouraged that all five likely starters appear in ESPN's top 100 men's basketball players, but many see bench depth as the main question. Commenters note that recent exhibition showings raised concerns about three-point shooting, turnovers, and free throws, while expecting rebounding to be a strength. Several argue the team needs time to gel and should be judged more by tournament readiness than by an SEC title, though expectations remain very high.
Source: r/FloridaGators on Reddit · Read the discussion →October 29, 2026
- Tennessee · Men's Basketball
Tennessee basketball gets encouraging injury news on Terrence Hill Jr.
Writing for Rocky Top Talk, the author reports that Tennessee point guard Terrence Hill Jr.'s ankle injury is not believed to be serious and that he could be available for the season opener against Wofford. The author notes that Hill, a VCU transfer expected to start, is part of a point-guard rotation with Dai Dai Ames, Troy Henderson and possibly Marquis Clark. The piece also says the Volunteers need more time together after uneven exhibition performances and that Rick Barnes has a week to prepare.
Source: Rocky Top Talk · Read the post →October 28, 2026
- SEC · Men's Basketball
Kentucky's preseason SEC basketball standing draws seventh-place projections
Writing for A Sea of Blue, the author reports that early SEC basketball power rankings place Kentucky around seventh, with Florida, Texas, Tennessee, Alabama, and Arkansas ahead. Analysts cited see Mark Pope's roster as a potential top-25 offensive team but question its defense and depth. They highlight Milan Momcilovic, Zoom Diallo, and Alex Wilkins as key scorers and Malachi Moreno as a possible breakout player. The overall outlook is optimistic but conditional on those players becoming impact contributors.
Source: A Sea of Blue · Read the post →October 28, 2026