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Wyatt Huff

Wyatt Huff

Joined: Sep 10, 2024

University of Kentucky Basketball and Football beat writer.

Dec 4, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes forward Devin Royal (21) prepares to shoot a free throw during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Knocking down threes early will be key for Ohio State against Kentucky

The Buckeyes can shoot it at a very high clip.

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Dec 11, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with guard Koby Brea (4) during the second half against the Colgate Raiders at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope knows having shooters allows Kentucky to play more free

Having capable shooters is really opening up the floor for Kentucky.

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Dec 7, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) reacts during the first half against the Gonzaga Bulldogs at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kerr Kriisa is back in the weight room days after surgery

Kriisa is starting to work his way back from injury.

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Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope watches the action during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky is ready for 'epic clash' against Ohio State in Madison Square Garden

Pope knows all about the big stage of Madison Square Garden.

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Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope and forward Andrew Carr (7) celebrate with forward Brandon Garrison (10) during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope is ready for the challenge of the SEC

The SEC could be the toughest it's ever been this season.

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Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) gets up after being fouled during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Lamont Butler completely bought in to Mark Pope's system and it's paying off

Butler has showcased a lot more of his skills this season.

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Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) celebrates during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky jumps Duke in updated AP Poll rankings

The Wildcats moved up in this week's rankings.

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Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) celebrates from the bench during the first half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope says Otega Oweh stays 'in the moment'

Oweh came up big down the stretch against Louisville.

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Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) smiles during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope says Lamont Butler's performance vs Louisville was an all-timer

Butler had a career-high night against Louisville on Saturday.

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Nov 22, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Lamont Butler (1) walks off the court after the game against the Jackson State Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky will get star guard Lamont Butler back against Louisville

Butler is goo

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Nov 22, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles during the second half against the Jackson State Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope says Louisville plays "really aggressive"

The Cardinals can be very disruptive on both ends.

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Nov 26, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on during the first half against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope, Pat Kelsey have mutual respect for each other

The two are very complimentary of each other heading into Saturday's game.

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