As the college basketball transfer portal closes and the NBA Draft declaration deadline passes, rosters across the nation are finally taking shape. While some high-major programs like LSU still have heavy lifting ahead, many teams are entering the final stretch of roster construction as May arrives. For these programs, just one or two missing pieces could be the difference between an early NCAA Tournament exit and a deep Final Four run.

History shows that late additions can be game-changers. Just look at Arizona's Ivan Kharchenkov last season—a summertime pickup who became a key contributor on the Wildcats' Final Four journey. With quality uncommitted transfers still available and international talents waiting to be discovered, the next few months will be crucial in shaping the 2026-27 season landscape.

In this week's Dribble Handoff, our staff identifies teams that are just one piece away from maximizing their rosters. Kentucky is a prime example, having recently come up short in the Tyran Stokes sweepstakes when the No. 1 recruit in the 2026 class chose Kansas. Unfortunately for the Wildcats, this has been a recurring theme this offseason. After missing out on BYU star Robert Wright III and Donnie Freeman, Kentucky pivoted to land Washington guard Zoom Diallo and Furman guard Alex Wilkins. While solid additions, Mark Pope's squad still needs more firepower. The team desperately needs shooting and star power—with the former being the top priority. If Malachi Moreno returns, that would be a huge boost. One name that checks both boxes is Iowa State star Milan Momcilovic, currently in the transfer portal while exploring his NBA Draft options. His shooting touch and scoring ability could be the missing link that transforms Kentucky from a second-round team into a legitimate contender.