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Mar 7, 2020; Greenville, SC, USA; The Kentucky Wildcats mascot dances during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-Imagn Images

ESPN is still wrong about Kentucky basketball's starting lineup for the 2024-25 season

Kentucky head basketball coach Mark Pope listened while Louisville basketball coach Pat Kelsey spoke at the 2024 Leadership Louisville Luncheon at the Kentucky International Convention Center in downtown Louisville on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

Where was Kentucky basketball ranked in ESPN's Way-Too-Early Top 25?

University of Kentucky’s new men’s basketball coach Mark Pope applauds as Athletic Director Mitch Barnhart introduces him to the thousands of fans in Rupp Arena for his press conference on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Mark Pope prioritizes players with winning DNA when building a roster

Mar 7, 2020; Greenville, SC, USA; The Kentucky Wildcats mascot dances during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-Imagn Images

Will Kentucky's Collin Chandler make the SEC All-Freshman Team?

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Mar 24, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Lamont Butler (5) reacts in the second half against the Yale Bulldogs at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

One Kentucky player made Andy Katz's 16 best defenders list but another Wildcat was a snub

May 18, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) dribbles against the Dallas Mavericks during the second quarter in game six of the second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

What percentage of the NBA's top 100 players are former Wildcats?

Greenfield Central's Braylon Mullins during a scrimmage against Lawrence North at the Notre Dame Team Camp at Rolfs Athletics Hall on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in South Bend.

Does Kentucky basketball still have a chance with 2025 five-star Braylon Mullins?

Mar 21, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Jaxson Robinson (2) drives against Duquesne Dukes forward Fousseyni Drame (34) in the first half during the first round of the NCAA Tournament at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-Imagn Images

Which Kentucky transfers ended up on Jon Rothstein's list of 30 impact transfers?

Jul 14, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard (15) and Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (12) await a free throw attempt during the second quarter at Thomas & Mack Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Could Rockets' Reed Sheppard Sneak Into the Starting Lineup?

Jan 6, 2018; Knoxville, TN, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Rick Barnes and Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari before the game at Thompson-Boling Arena. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images

Three must-win games on Kentucky's 2024-25 schedule

University of Kentucky’s new men’s basketball coach Mark Pope speaks about the future of Kentucky men’s basketball during his introductory press conference to thousands of fans in Rupp Arena on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Mark Pope's offense improving on this metric will make Kentucky an elite team this season

Jun 26, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Rob Dillingham arrives before the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Former Kentucky star named dark horse for NBA Rookie of the Year Award

Jasper Johnson, a Lexington native and one of the top basketball players in the 2025 high school class, announces his commitment to the University of Kentucky during a ceremony at the Woodford County High School in Versailles, Ky. on Sep. 5, 2024.

Kentucky basketball commit Jasper Johnson had a strong message for five-star PF Caleb Wilson

Feb 24, 2024; Manhattan, Kansas, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Jaxson Robinson (2) dribbles during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-Imagn Images

Kentucky basketball star left off of Preseason All-American list

Jan 27, 2024; Provo, Utah, USA; Brigham Young Cougars guard Jaxson Robinson (2) brings the ball up the court against the Texas Longhorns during the second half at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

The upside of Jaxson Robinson will make or break the season for the Kentucky Wildcats

Mar 24, 2024; Spokane, WA, USA; San Diego State Aztecs guard Lamont Butler (5) plays the ball in the first half against the Yale Bulldogs at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

Kentucky basketball's veteran point guards will help make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament

Mar 17, 2018; Boise, ID, USA; Kentucky Wildcats mascot performs during the first half against the Buffalo Bulls during the second round of the 2018 NCAA Tournament at Taco Bell Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Losness-Imagn Images

Kentucky offers 2026 top 10 guard

Apr 29, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) takes a shot against Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) in the fourth quarter during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Former Kentucky star predicted to make first NBA All-Star Game appearance

Apr 29, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) controls the ball as Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) guards in the first quarter during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The NBA player 2025 five-star Caleb Wilson models his game after makes him the perfect fit for Mark Pope