Milan Momcilovic remains locked in on the NBA Draft for now, but his latest comments have kept Kentucky firmly in the conversation if he ultimately decides to return to college basketball.
Speaking at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago, the sharpshooting forward explained that his main focus is still on the professional evaluation process. His goal is to receive feedback strong enough to secure a guaranteed NBA contract, with a decision deadline set for May 27.
Until then, Momcilovic says nothing is changing in terms of his priorities.
However, he did not shut the door on a return to college basketball.
“If I don’t hear that I’ll be a first-round pick or a second-round pick with a guaranteed contract, I want to play for a contender in college,” he said. That statement immediately puts several major programs on alert, including Kentucky, Louisville, and St. John’s.
Momcilovic also made it clear that money is not the driving factor in his decision if he returns to school.
“I’m not gonna go money hunt for like the top school that offers me the most money,” he said. “I just need a good spot where I can go.”
That approach keeps Kentucky firmly in the mix. Under Mark Pope, the Wildcats are building a system heavily dependent on pace, spacing, and elite perimeter shooting—an area where Momcilovic stands out. He finished the season as one of the most prolific shooters in college basketball, knocking down 136 three-pointers, the most in the nation.
He also spoke positively about his previous matchups against Pope-coached teams, noting his respect for the system and style of play.
“I think Kentucky would be a good fit,” Momcilovic said. “I’ve gone against Coach Pope before, and I liked how his teams played. They fly the ball up the court and shoot threes. I really like that style.”
Momcilovic added that Kentucky’s offensive issues last season were partly due to a lack of consistent shooting—something that could change dramatically if a player like him enters the picture. His ability to stretch the floor and create spacing would instantly reshape how the Wildcats operate on offense.
If he were to choose Kentucky, he would likely step into a major role immediately, becoming one of the team’s primary perimeter threats and a key piece in Mark Pope’s offensive structure.
For now, though, everything still circles back to the NBA Draft process. Until Momcilovic makes his final decision, Kentucky—and several other contenders—will remain on standby, waiting to see where his path leads next.
