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Wilkins Eyes Elite Level at Kentucky | Lexington News
Kentucky’s new coach Mark Pope is turning heads with his explosive transfer class, headlined by guard Alex Wilkins — who just transferred from Furman and is being compared to NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Wilkins, a scoring and playmaking force last season, chose Kentucky for Pope’s offensive system and belief in his potential. He’s studying stars like Darius Garland and Kyrie Irving to refine his game, joining a loaded roster poised to make noise. While the hype is real, Wilkins is focused on letting his performance speak — can he match the Shai comparison on the hardwood? Listen in…
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