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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

Former Wildcat struggles in Ohio State's big win over Texas.

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.

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Former five-star Kentucky center struggles in Ohio State debut

Former Wildcat struggles in Ohio State's big win over Texas.

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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.

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

Mark Pope shared if he plans to reduce how many players are getting relevant minutes.

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.

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

Kentucky is going to be hard to stop all season long.

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

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

Mark Pope's players were fired up about his first win.

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.

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

Jasper Johnson is going to be a star for the Kentucky Wildcats.

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

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

Will Kentucky land five-star power forward Caleb Wilson?

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

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How to watch the Kentucky basketball game vs. Wright State

Here's how to watch Kentucky's game vs. Wright State.

Apr 7, 2023; Washington, DC, USA; Sidwell Friends (DC) guard Acaden Lewis (20) handles the ball during the first quarter against Corner Canyon (UT) at Georgetown University. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

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Four-star guard Acaden Lewis commits to Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats

Kentucky coach Mark Pope has brought in an elite 2025 recruiting class.

Oct 15, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks forward Adou Thiero talks with the media during SEC Media Days at Grand Bohemian Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

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Former Kentucky basketball star shines for Arkansas in exhibition loss to TCU

This former Wildcat is going to have a big season for Arkansas.

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope applauds his team in action against Minnesota State during their exhibition game at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. on Oct, 29, 2024.

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ESPN predicts the winner between Kentucky and Wright State

Will the Kentucky Wildcats win game one of the Mark Pope era?

Oct 25, 2024; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari quiets the crowd as they began chanting “overrated” late in the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at Bud Walton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

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John Calipari showed up to support former Kentucky players at the Rockets vs. Mavericks game

Coach John Calipari made an appearance to see Reed Sheppard.

Oct 29, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (0) and forward Andrew Carr (7) celebrate from the bench after a dunk during the second half against the Minnesota State Mavericks at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Mark Pope wants his team to be capable of going on big scoring runs

Pope wants runs to be one their defining features this season.

Oct 23, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) goes to the basket during the second half against the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Mark Pope shares a positive Amari Williams injury update after further testing

Kentucky will have their seven-footer back sooner than later.

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

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Mark Pope's Kentucky Wildcats getting hot from three in March could lead to a banner

If Kentucky is shooting the ball well in March they could win a National Championship.

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

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Is Mark Pope's Kentucky team a dark horse to with the National Championship?

CBS Sports believes Kentucky is a National Championship contender.

Kentucky head coach Mark Pope applauds his team in action against Minnesota State during their exhibition game at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Ky. on Oct, 29, 2024.

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Mark Pope's defense will help the offense be able to get up a ton of threes

The defense will be a vastly underrated part of the Kentucky basketball team.

Oct 29, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) passes the ball during the second half against the Minnesota State Mavericks at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Kentucky coach Mark Pope shares what guard Kerr Kriisa brings to the team

Kerr Kriisa is going to be a spark off the bench for the Kentucky Wildcats.

Oct 29, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) smiles after making a three-point basket during the first half against the Minnesota State Mavericks at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Kentucky forward Andrew Carr on Jaxson Robinson 'If he gets going, he’s a killer'

Andrew Carr had high praise for Jaxson Robinson.

Oct 23, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) inbounds the ball during the second half against the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Kentucky coach Mark Pope gives an injury update on center Amari Williams

Amari Williams left Kentucky's matchup against Minnesota State with an injury.

Oct 23, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) 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

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What did we learn from Kentucky's 98-67 win over Minnesota State?

Takeaways from Kentucky's 98-67 win over Minnesota State.

Oct 24, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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Former Kentucky basketball star to be featured on Netflix's "Starting 5"

A former Kentucky basketball star is set to make his television debut.

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

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Ticket prices for John Calipari's return to Rupp Arena are through the roof

It won't be easy to get a ticket for John Calipari's return.

Mar 1, 2022; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; The Kentucky Wildcat mascot claps during the second half against the Mississippi Rebels at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Kentucky basketball has received a crystal ball for a top ten player in the 2025 class

Mark Pope is going to finish with an elite 2025 recruiting class.

Oct 23, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope celebrates during the first half against the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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There is a misconception about the talent on Mark Pope's first Kentucky roster

Mark Pope has plenty of talent on his 2024-25 roster.

Oct 23, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA;Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) grabs a rebound during the first half against the Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

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Kentucky basketball is once against being disrespected by CBS Sports

Kentucky basketball only had one player ranked in CBS Sport's top 101 college basketball players.