With the conclusion of the 2021-22 college basketball season on Monday night, it is now “Way Too Early” ranking season, and many believe the Kentucky Wildcats will be in good shape come next season.
After losing to Saint Peter’s and with so much roster uncertainty, the Big Blue Nation is in need of some positivity.
So, let's take a look at where some of the outlets ranked Kentucky and what they had to say, as well as some projections on the starting lineup for next season.
Projected Starting 5:
G Sahvir Wheeler
G Shaedon Sharpe
G Chris Livingston
F Keion Brooks (NBA Draft early entrant)
C Oscar Tshiebwe
Projected Bench: Jacob Toppin, CJ Fredrick, Daimion Collins, Bryce Hopkins, Lance Ware, Cason Wallace
Key Losses: TyTy Washington, Kellan Grady, Davion Mintz
Key Newcomers: Shaedon Sharpe, Chris Livingston, Cason WallaceThis projection is the best-case scenario for Kentucky, who would have a National Player of the Year in Oscar Tshiebwe, a potential No.