Kentucky basketball: Updated starting lineup predictions for the Wildcats
Projected Kentucky basketball starting lineup for 2020-2021.
The cancellation of the NCAA Tournament due to the coronavirus pandemic was a loss for everyone, including Kentucky basketball. Although last season’s team wasn’t a vintage Wildcats’ unit, head coach John Calipari had Kentucky poised to make some noise in March Madness.
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The latest round of one-and-done freshmen is in for Kentucky, which could be a borderline top-10 team depending on how a few factors play out over the next few months. Let’s take a look at the latest projected Kentucky basketball starting lineup.
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Projected Kentucky basketball starting lineup: Devin Askew, PG
The first freshman to crack the lineup is Askew, who will take over for the departed Immanuel Quickley. The 6-foot-3 point guard out of Santa Ana, CA chose the Wildcats over schools like Gonzaga, Arizona, and Louisville.
Askew, a five-star recruit, has drawn praise for his great decision making and unselfish play. On a team that is loaded with talent, having a strong facilitator like Askew will be a big positive.
Kentucky shouldn’t expect Askew to dominate with his scoring but he has enough tools to make him a threat with the ball in his hands. Expect Askew to assume the role of floor general on this Kentucky team.