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Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the first half against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope shares what Kentucky needs to improve on to get to the next level

Kentucky's Koby Brea (4) drove to the basket during the Wildcats' season-opening game against Wright State at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. The Wildcats defeated the Raiders 103-62. November 4, 2024.

Kentucky doing a good job of protecting the ball and limiting turnovers

Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope motions to his players during the second half against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Kentucky is focused on "being present in the moment," not looking ahead

Nov 6, 2024; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks forward Zvonimir Ivisic (44) shoots in the second half as Lipscomb Bisons forward Jacob Ognacevic (41) defends at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 76-60. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Former Kentucky players and signees shine in first game for Arkansas

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Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) looks to pass the ball during the first half against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Jaxson Robinson's stat line against Wright State shows why Kentucky will be elite

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope yelled out defensive instructions during the Wildcats' season-opening game against Wright State at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. on November 4, 2024.

ESPN predicts the winner between Kentucky and Bucknell

Oct 25, 2024; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari during the first quarter against the Kansas Jayhawks at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

The John Calipari era is set to begin for the Arkansas Razorbacks

Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) defends during the second half against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Kentucky's backcourt duo of Lamont Butler and Otega Oweh could be "devastating" for opponents

Oct 23, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Travis Perry (11) holds the ball during the second half against the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope says Travis Perry and Trent Noah will represent Kentucky well

Jul 9, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Aaron Bradshaw warms up during a summer workout in the practice gym at the Schottenstein Center.

Former five-star Kentucky center struggles in Ohio State debut

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope yelled out defensive instructions during the Wildcats' season-opening game against Wright State at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. on November 4, 2024.

Will Kentucky coach Mark Pope stick with ten players getting action all season long?

Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) walks off the court with guard Otega Oweh (0) at halftime against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Standouts from Kentucky's season-opening win against Wright State

Kentucky's Amari Williams (22) slammed down two points during the Wildcats' season-opening game against Wright State at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. on November 4, 2024.

Wright State's head coach shared what makes Kentucky so dangerous

Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope poses for a photo after Kentucky’s win against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Otega Oweh shared how Kentucky celebrated Mark Pope's first win

Nov 4, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) goes to the basket during the second half against the Wright State Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Takeaways from Kentucky's blowout win over Wright State

Oct 29, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope stands on the sideline during the second half against the Minnesota State Mavericks at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope calls Wright State a "dangerous" team offensively

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 commit Jasper Johnson is going to be an elite one and done talent

Mar 22, 2018; Atlanta, GA, USA; The Kentucky Wildcats mascot reacts during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats in the semifinals of the South regional of the 2018 NCAA Tournament at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Caleb Wilson hinted at a team up with Acaden Lewis after his Kentucky commitment

Oct 29, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope stands on the court before the game against the Minnesota State Mavericks at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

How to watch the Kentucky basketball game vs. Wright State