Keith Taylor: A ‘special’ talent, UK point guard Fox making great strides on both ends of court
Now that he’s part of the program De’Aaron Fox admits it’s not easy being a point guard at Kentucky. “It’s…
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Keith Taylor: UK freshman Bam Adebayo getting ‘closer and closer’ to a breakthrough performance
Kentucky coach John Calipari knows Edrice “Bam” Adebayo is on the brink of a breakthrough. The freshman forward came close…
Keith Taylor: Top 25 showdown against Michigan State in MSG a ‘hard deal’ for Kentucky
After opening the season with two lopsided victories, Kentucky faces its first big test of the season against Michigan State…
Keith Taylor: Even when shots aren’t falling, Adebayo focused on doing little things to help Wildcats
When the shots weren’t falling, Bam Adebayo never worried and did the little things necessary to stay on the court…
Speedster Fox, second-ranked Wildcats bury Asbury in final exhibition tuneup of the season
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Speed kills and De’Aaron Fox buried Asbury with his quickness Sunday night. The freshman…
Still trying to find a comfort zone, freshman Wenyen Gabriel glad to be a Wildcat
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Wenyen Gabriel wasn’t surprised when he started in Kentucky’s exhibition opener last week. “I’ve…
Keith Taylor: Newcomer Sacha Killeya-Jones glad to be part of deep and talented UK squad
Sacha Killeya-Jones doesn’t know what his role will be this season but is already comfortable with the contributions he will…
Keith Taylor: De’Aaron Fox steals show, makes good first impression in Blue-White scrimmage
De’Aaron Fox had a tough act to follow when he arrived at Kentucky. He made it look easy Friday night….
UK guard Hawkins ‘attacking the basket and shooting shots’ as he gears up for senior season
By Keith Taylor Special to NkyTribune Dominique Hawkins spent the first three years of his career at Kentucky competing against…
Turning the corner: UK guard Briscoe says shooting woes no longer an issue, steps into leadership role
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune Isaiah Briscoe doesn’t mind bringing up the past and isn’t dodging questions about his…
Keith Taylor: Calipari doesn’t expect to see best version of the Wildcats until at least February
John Calipari has a good idea what to expect from his eighth Kentucky team this season. Just don’t look for…
Sneak peek: For third year in a row, ESPNU to televise UK men’s basketball practice Oct. 9
Kentucky fans will once again get a sneak peek at the UK men’s basketball team for a live, televised open…
Tickets for UK’s annual Big Blue Madness set to go on sale Sept. 30 at Memorial Coliseum
Tickets for Big Blue Madness in Rupp Arena will be available on Friday, Sept. 30 at 10 p.m. at the…
UK coach John Calipari says new NBA draft rule a ‘true win-win for the student athlete’
By Keith Taylor KyForward senior sports writer Kentucky’s entire eligible roster, including the walk-ons, declared for the NBA Draft Wednesday….
Matthew Mitchell says coaching Kentucky during NCAA tournament run ‘a beautiful thing’
By Keith Taylor KyForward senior sports writer Kentucky is still dancing and Matthew Mitchell is enjoying every minute of it….
Looking ahead: Who’s staying? Who’s going? UK players ponder future as roster turnover looms
By Keith Taylor KyForward senior sports writer DES MOINES — Who’s staying? Who’s going? At this point, no decisions have…
Keith Taylor: A ‘great year’ comes to an end for Kentucky in loss to Indiana in NCAA tourney
DES MOINES — Tyler Ulis and Jamal Murray did all they could to keep Kentucky’s season from folding but it…
Rivalry renewed: Kentucky, Indiana set to meet Saturday in second round of NCAA Tournament
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune DES MOINES — Tyler Ulis doesn’t know much about the Kentucky-Indiana series but remembers…
Keith Taylor: Kentucky overcomes slow start with big second half to sink Seawolves in NCAA opener
DES MOINES — Kentucky wasn’t at its best, but at this time of year, it’s all about surviving and advancing….
NCAA Tournament: Kentucky focused on Stony Brook instead of Indiana, North Carolina
By Keith Taylor Special to NKyTribune As John Calipari predicted, Kentucky’s path back to the Final Four won’t be easy….
Keith Taylor: Kentucky moves past seeding snub, sets sights on making a run in NCAA Tourney
Kentucky hasn’t reached its peak, but appears to be getting closer to the pinnacle. The Wildcats (26-8) defeated Alabama, Georgia…
Keith Taylor: Kentucky taking ‘refuse-to-lose’ mentality into the postseason
Kentucky has one goal in mind going into the postseason. “We’re just trying to win every game,” guard Jamal Murray…