Kepnang’s Defensive Anchor Could Shake SEC | Kentucky Wildcats Basketball News

Kentucky just got a defensive anchor in Franck Kepnang, the seven-foot center coming from Washington with elite rim protection and rebounding chops. Averaging 6.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks last season while shooting over 50% — his real value is shutting down opponents. With a stellar defensive rating of 3.17, he’s exactly what coach Mark Pope needs to bolster the frontcourt alongside Malachi Moreno. The big question? Can he stay healthy? If he does, Kepnang could be one of the SEC’s most impactful defensive centers and a key piece for Kentucky’s championship push. 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/2a316f598b3e7477