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Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen (11) reacts during the first half against the Norfolk State Spartans at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Denzel Aberdeen will have a career best scoring season at Kentucky

Denzel Aberdeen is going to have a massive season at Kentucky.

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Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen (11) reacts during the first half against the Norfolk State Spartans at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Denzel Aberdeen will have a career best scoring season at Kentucky

Denzel Aberdeen is going to have a massive season at Kentucky.

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Mar 11, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers guard Jaland Lowe (15) drives to the basket against Notre Dame Fighting Irish forward Tae Davis (7) during the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Jaland Lowe could 'explode' in Mark Pope's offense according to CBS Sports

Jaland Lowe will be a star in the SEC at Kentucky.

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Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope has a good enough roster to win Kentucky's ninth National Championship

Mark Pope is going to have a special season in year two.

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Mar 21, 2025; Cleveland, OH, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) reacts in the first half against the Robert Morris Colonials during the NCAA Tournament First Round at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Will Mouhamed Dioubate or Andrija Jelavic start at PF for the Kentucky Wildcats?

Who will start at PF for Kentucky next season?

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Kentucky-commit Reed Sheppard brings the ball up the court atop the large UK logo at the UK HealthCare Boys Sweet 16 tournament Wednesday at Rupp Arena. March 15, 2022 2022 Sweet Sixteen Boys Basketball Tournament
Men's Basketball

Kam Williams will 'shine' in Mark Pope's system according to CBS Sports

Kam Williams will be a star for the Kentucky Wildcats.

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Feb 1, 2025; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen (11) brings the ball up court against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky has landed an SEC guard in the transfer portal with a massive upside

Mark Pope just made a massive addition via the transfer portal.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Mar 8, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators guard Denzel Aberdeen (11) dribbles the ball against the Mississippi Rebels during the second half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope has found a new transfer portal target who won the NCAA Tournament

Mark Pope is looking to add another guard via the transfer portal.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Arizona State forward Jayden Quaintance (21) gets around UCF guard Keyshawn Hall (4) during Big 12 play at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe on Jan. 14, 2025.
Men's Basketball

CBS Sports had great things to say about Kentucky transfer Jayden Quaintance

Jayden Quaintance is going to be a star for the Kentucky Wildcats.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Kansas Jayhawks guard Rylan Griffen (6) pushes through the lane against Arizona State Sun Devils in the first half of the game inside Allen Fieldhouse Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025.
Men's Basketball

Rylan Griffen would be a perfect addition for Mark Pope's Kentucky Wildcats

Mark Pope is looking for a shooter in the transfer portal.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Jan 25, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers guard Jaland Lowe (15) gestures to the fans against the Syracuse Orange during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Jaland Lowe is in for a massive season under Mark Pope at Kentucky

Jaland Lowe is going to have a good season at Kentucky.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Feb 3, 2025; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self talks to guard Rylan Griffen (6) during the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky will host a sharpshooting guard from a blue blood school for a visit

Kentucky is looking to add a shooter via the transfer portal.

Andrew Stefaniak
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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.
Men's Basketball

Kentucky freshman Jasper Johnson is being disrespected by being left off of this list

There is no way Jasper Johnson shouldn't have been on this list.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Mar 30, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers guard Chad Baker-Mazara (10) celebrates after a play during the second half in the South Regional final of the 2025 NCAA tournament against the Michigan State Spartans at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Should Mark Pope and Kentucky pursue former Auburn wing Chad Baker-Mazara?

Would Chad Baker-Mazara be a good add for Mark Pope?

Andrew Stefaniak
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Mar 4, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) runs down the court after scoring during the first half against the LSU Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Brandon Garrison is ready to make a massive leap for Kentucky

Brandon Garrison will have a great season for Kentucky.

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Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Andrew Carr is training with a former Louisville guard to prepare for the NBA

Will former Kentucky forward Andrew Carr be an NBA player?

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Mar 1, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the second half against the Auburn Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky coach Mark Pope is making a push after two European guards

Mark Pope is looking to add some players to the 2025-26 roster.

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Mar 4, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) reacts after making a three-point basket during the first half against the LSU Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

What will the starting frontcourt look like for the Kentucky Wildcats?

Kentucky is going to have an elite frontcourt this season.

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Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope walks onto the court Thursday, March 27, 2025, during practice ahead of the Sweet 16 March Madness tournament game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Men's Basketball

These two players should have Kentucky not concerned about missing on Lamar Wilkerson

Kentucky is going to be okay without Lamar Wilkerson.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope calls out to his team Friday, March 28, 2025, during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope has to find a shooter in the transfer portal and soon

Kentucky is still looking for a shooter in the transfer portal.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Nov 7, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; North Dakota Fighting Hawks guard Treysen Eaglestaff (52) dribbles against Iowa Hawkeyes forward Ben Krikke (23) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Will Mark Pope go after Treysen Eaglestaff once again in the transfer portal?

Treysen Eaglestaff is once again in the transfer portal.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Otega Oweh (00) reacts during the second half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky star Otega Oweh has made a decision for his future

Otega Oweh has made his plan for next season.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells down court Friday, March 28, 2025, during the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Men's Basketball

Kentucky's transfer portal additions should improve the defensive KenPom rating

Kentucky's defense should be better next season.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Dec 3, 2024; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Sam Houston State Bearkats guard Lamar Wilkerson (3) dribbles the ball while Indiana Hoosiers forward Luke Goode (10) defends in the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Where does Kentucky stand with former Sam Houston guard Lamar Wilkerson?

Kentucky is in a good spot to land Lamar Wilkerson.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Feb 8, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers guard Jaland Lowe (15) dribbles as North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) defends in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Kentucky coach Mark Pope shares his thoughts on PG Jaland Lowe

Jaland Lowe is going to have a special season for Kentucky.

Andrew Stefaniak
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Feb 25, 2025; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Alabama forward Mouhamed Dioubate (10) reacts after getting a dunk against Mississippi State at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr./USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
Men's Basketball

Mark Pope explains why Mouhamed Dioubate is the perfect fit for Kentucky's system

Mouhamed Dioubate is going to be a star in Lexington.

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