After an offseason full of whispers indicating Kentucky freshman Bryce Hopkins was impressing in early workouts, John Calipari was the first to publicly acknowledge the 6-foot-7 forward was better than anticipated.
“Bryce (Hopkins) has come in with a physicalness,” Calipari said in September. “He’s better than I thought.”
UK associate coach Orlando Antigua is now doubling down on the optimism, adding that Hopkins has the opportunity to be “really, really good” in Lexington. The skill has always been there, but now that his body is transforming to maximize his athleticism and versatility, the sky is the limit for the Oak Park, IL native.