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Malachi Moreno is staying in Lexington for another season, and coach Mark Pope sees him as the cornerstone of a rebuilt Kentucky offense — a rare, high-usage creator from the center spot who can unlock the Wildcats’ system. Pope, who’s proven successful with mid-post scorers before, believes the freshman has the potential to leap forward and fill a critical void left by past seasons. If Milan Momcilovic also joins, the Wildcats could form a dynamic, creator-heavy frontcourt reminiscent of the Amari Williams and Koby Brea duo — with Zoom Diallo and Alex Wilkins potentially adding to the firepower. Pope’s focus on building around his proven offensive blueprint is a promising sign for the future of Kentucky basketball.

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