Jerone Morton Brings Shooting Depth to Kentucky | SEC Basketball News

Jerone Morton’s arrival in Lexington is a major boost for Kentucky’s guard depth, bringing proven scoring and shooting from Washington State—where he averaged nearly eight points while hitting over 40% from the field and three-point range. With experience at Morehead State and now stepping into a bigger spotlight, Morton’s versatility and reliability off the bench could stabilize the Wildcats’ backcourt, especially when starters rest. Coach Pope needs players who can make immediate impacts, and Morton fits the bill perfectly—ready to contribute around 15 minutes per game and help open up the offense with his shooting and playmaking. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6c9a3049a5f8bf09