
Boston Celtics’ Summer League Debut in Las Vegas: Process Over Results
The Celtics open their Las Vegas Summer League schedule against the Raptors, showcasing new rules and evaluating prospects like Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams.
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The Celtics open their Las Vegas Summer League schedule against the Raptors, showcasing new rules and evaluating prospects like Hugo Gonzalez and Amari Williams.
A look at the former Kentucky Wildcats making waves in the NBA Summer League, their schedules, and the prospects for the upcoming season

The Kentucky senior guard was selected 41st overall in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder, where he will look to extend a Wildcats‑to‑NBA pipeline that has produced multiple MVP‑caliber players.
After a injury‑plagued college career, Jayden Quaintance was chosen 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs, marking a milestone for both the player and his coach.
Mark Pope's debut season at Kentucky produced two NBA draft picks and a cascade of professional moves for his other recent graduates.
The 2025‑26 NBA season delivered a cascade of milestones, highlighted by Karl‑Anthony Towns' championship run, Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander's second MVP award, and a host of All‑Star and historic performances that redefined team dynamics.

OG Anunoby’s 33‑point outing, highlighted by a decisive tip‑in in Game 4, has the Knicks one win away from the title and sparked record interest in basketball back home.
Mikhail McLean, a former Bahamian prodigy who rose through the U.S. college ranks, has been appointed head coach of the Bahamas men's national team. He will keep his position on Mark Pope’s staff at the University of Kentucky, blending national duty with his developmental work on the Wildcats.

A locker‑room video unveiled by assistant coach Mo Williams shows each Wildcat’s name alongside the number that will grace his jersey this year, highlighting notable changes such as Zyon Hawthorne’s rare No. 0 and Braydon Hawthorne’s move to No. 2, while linking current assignments to legendary figures in program history.

The Wildcats' latest roster reveals a blend of fresh talent and reverence for tradition, as players adopt numbers steeped in program history.

Rob Dauster’s latest projection places sophomore forward Malachi Moreno ahead of Flory Bidunga, highlighting a weight‑loss transformation, skill development and the potential impact on Kentucky’s championship hopes.

Analyst Rob Dauster expects Malachi Moreno to become one of college basketball’s top big men next season, projecting a performance that could eclipse Flory Bidunga’s impact and reshape Kentucky’s offensive dynamics.

The Wildcats have secured Malachi Moreno for another year, with Coach Mark Pope outlining a vision that blends retention, innovation, and a deepening pool of playmakers to compete at the top of the SEC.

After a promising freshman campaign that earned All-SEC honors, Malachi Moreno has chosen to stay in Lexington, citing a desire to refine his game and climb the draft rankings.

After a breakout freshman season that earned All‑SEC honors, Malachi Moreno decides to forgo the NBA Draft and remain with the Kentucky Wildcats, where he hopes to refine his playmaking, rebounding and shot‑blocking before the next draft cycle.

A deep dive into the career of Yaxel Lendeborg, whose late start in basketball has produced a rapid ascent and a unique profile for NBA teams seeking immediate impact.

After a four‑year series that featured dramatic comebacks and high‑scoring duels, the Wildcats and Bulldogs have mutually called it quits, allowing both programs to pivot toward new conference commitments and strategic non‑conference experiments.