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UK’s freshman EJ Montgomery to try for NBA Draft, hoping to be a first-rounder, but could return
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today EJ Montgomery is going to attempt to give it a shot at the next level….
Keldon Johnson will stay in NBA Draft, ending collegiate career; Jemarl Baker to transfer
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Keldon Johnson is following in the footsteps of Tyler Herro and PJ Washington. Nearly a…
Tyler Herro decides to stay in the NBA Draft, ending possiblity of returning to UK for second season
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Tyler Herro’s college career is over. The Kentucky guard announced Tuesday he plans to remain…
UK’s Keldon Johnson declares for NBA draft — to test waters before determining his next move
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Keldon Johnson has decided to test the waters before determining his next career move. The…
Calipari happy for four NBA draftees, disappointed Gabriel not chosen
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today John Calipari felt a mixed bag of emotions after watching the NBA Draft unfold Thursday…
Ex-Cats hit jackpot: Kevin Knox, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander lottery picks in NBA Draft
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kevin Knox heard the boos after he was taken as the No. 9 pick in…
UK coach Calipari still getting a feel for where his players will land in the draft
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today John Calipari isn’t sure if all of his players will get chosen in the NBA…
Pulled in two different directions, UK’s Jarred Vanderbilt remains in NBA Draft
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Jarred Vanderbilt is staying in the NBA Draft. The freshman forward waited until the last…
Washington plans to return to UK next season; Gabriel opts to remain in NBA Draft
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today PJ Washington opted against remaining in the NBA Draft and will return for his sophomore…
Kentucky’s PJ Washington making an impression in NBA Combine
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today PJ Washington did nothing but help himself during the NBA Combine this week in Chicago….
Five Kentucky players receive invite to participate in NBA Combine
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Five Kentucky players who have declared for the NBA Draft were among the invitees who…
UK freshman Vanderbilt declares for NBA Draft, but holds off on hiring an agent
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Jarred Vanderbilt has decided to test the waters. The University of Kentucky freshman forward declared…
Kentucky standout Kevin Knox decides to hire agent, enter NBA Draft
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Kevin Knox made his decision official Friday and will be entering the NBA Draft. Knox,…
With destinations determined, Monk, Fox, Adebayo eager to have an impact at the next level
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today Now that the future is clear, De’Aaron Fox wants to be a franchise player. Malik…
Sacramento Kings grab UK’s Fox with No. 5 pick, Monk selected 11th by Hornets in NBA Draft
By Keith Taylor Kentucky Today It didn’t take long for De’Aaron Fox to hear his name called during the NBA…
Keith Taylor: Once thought to be out of the lottery, Adebayo could be a first-round sleeper choice
Bam Adebayo isn’t considered a lottery pick in Thursday’s NBA Draft, but could very be a sleeper choice in the…
Former UK star Monk completes pre-draft workouts, awaits future NBA destination
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Malik Monk is finished with his workouts and will now play the waiting game…
Already a lottery pick, former UK guard Fox working his way up NBA Draft ladder
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Former Kentucky guard De’Aaron Fox got his chance to workout with the Los Angeles…
Stoops supports brother’s retirement; Three Cats invited to tryout for Team USA
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune When Oklahoma football coach Bob Stoops stepped down after 18 seasons earlier this week,…
Diallo withdraws from NBA Draft, can’t wait to play in UK jersey for first time next season
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Hamidou Diallo never got the chance to play at Rupp Arena last year. He…
UK’s Adebayo received an extra nudge from Calipari to remain in the NBA Draft
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune When he came to making a final decision regarding his future, former Kentucky forward…