Malachi Moreno, Mikel Brown Jr. Named McDonald's All-Americans

The rosters for the 2025 McDonald's All-American Game have been announced, featuring Kentucky signee Malachi Moreno as the only representative from the Wildcats, while fellow recruits Jasper Johnson and Acaden Lewis were notably left out. Johnson, ranked 18th in the 2025 class, faced backlash from fans for his exclusion, despite being considered a talented guard and potential one-and-done player for Coach Mark Pope. Moreno, a Kentucky native and standout center, will participate in the game on April 1 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, averaging impressive stats in his high school season. The Kentucky women’s basketball commit Kaelyn Carroll also made the East Roster, marking a notable presence for the Wildcats in the event. Other notable players from different schools, including those from North Carolina and Louisville, were also selected for the prestigious game, showcasing a competitive field of talent for 2025. Overall, while Kentucky celebrates Moreno's selection, the disappointment regarding Johnson's snub highlights the intense competition among young basketball prospects.