Patterson Open Season Dominantly, Don't Expect him here for the long term

It’s the elephant in the room when Patrick Patterson comes into the post game press conference.

Reporters all know that their time with Patterson is not going to last past this year and instead of asking about his aspirations and plans for next year they ask how the game went, how the new players are fairing and what they should improve upon for the next game. Although the focus is in the now, the stellar play which Patterson showed in the opener proved, he is not going to be here for long.

Patterson looked dominant in the home opener against St. Louis University. He out-muscled the opposition for rebounds, overpowered the defenders down low, and showed a hustle and drive which was not prevalent last year.

His leadership and play will lead the Kentucky Wildcats on a magical season, but following this magical season he will likely be lured to the NBA. After the first game, it was obvious he’s in a league of his own on the court and should become a very dominant force as the season progresses.