Briscoe declares for NBA Draft, will hire an agent; UK basketball career over after two seasons
After helping lead the Kentucky men’s basketball team to back-to-back Southeastern Conference championships (league and tournament) in 2016 and 2017,…
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That’s Three: Bam declares for NBA Draft joining Fox and Monk, but won’t hire an agent
Kentucky men basketball freshman forward Bam Adebayo announced Wednesday that he plans to submit his name for the 2017 NBA…
High-scoring freshman guard Monk will end UK college career, add name to NBA Draft list
Following a historic scoring season that included more than a few record-breaking performances, freshman guard Malik Monk announced Tuesday that…
Kentucky’s Fox becomes first Cat to declare for NBA Draft, will hire an agent, forgo eligibility
After leading Kentucky to the Southeastern Conference regular-season and tournament titles as well as an appearance in the Elite Eight,…
Jamie Vaught: Watching former Wildcats an added bonus for UK grad Tomlin in job with Mavericks
For University of Kentucky graduate Scott Tomlin, it’s a very exciting time to follow NBA as the league is loaded…
UK announces two-year contract extensions, pay increases for both Calipari and Stoops
Kentucky men’s basketball head coach John Calipari and football head coach Mark Stoops have each agreed to two-year extensions to…
NCAA Rematch: Kentucky gets a second chance to take down UCLA, Alford in NCAA Sweet 16
By Keith Taylor NKyTribune senior sports writer The competition will only get tougher for Kentucky when the Wildcats resume their…
NKU in the NCAA: Norse preparing for first foray into March Madness, Friday match with in-state rival Cats
The 2017 NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship, affectionately known as March Madness, has kicked off, and South Region No. 15-seed Northern…
Jamie Vaught: Lots of Bluegrass color in NCAA Big Dance field beyond just UK and UofL
There are lots of representatives from the state of Kentucky in the Big Dance beyond just UK and U of…
It’s Cats vs. Norse: UK, Northern Kentucky University paired in NCAA tourney first round
By Glenn Osborne Special to NKyTribune John Calipari’s Kentucky Wildcats, fresh off an SEC tournament championship win over Arkansas, will…
Leading the Way: Nine former Wildcats participating in NBA All-Star Weekend showcase
The Kentucky men’s basketball team will make its annual presence felt at NBA All-Star weekend in New Orleans with nine…
Keith Taylor: Transformed by reboot, Cats put together complete game in easy win over Vols
Kentucky is back to having fun again. Three weeks since an 82-80 setback to Tennessee that led to three losses…
Jamie Vaught: Despite limited playing time, Mulder becoming a productive performer for Cats
Unlike the 2015-16 campaign which saw Mychal Mulder play in a very limited role at Kentucky with a total of…
Jamie Vaught: UK-Kansas series has featured some memorable encounters over the years
Kentucky and Kansas have battled numerous times over the years. But I only remember a couple of UK-KU matchups really…
Jamie Vaught: Despite uneven start to season, Gabriel working hard to be the best he can be
Wenyen Gabriel has been up and down this winter. And last Saturday night wasn’t that good of a night for…
Billy Reed: It looks like it will be business as usual, for Cats, Cards as the new year rings in
As the hue and cry over hoops momentarily gives way to the arrival over Christmas, my take on Louisville’s 73-70…
Jamie Vaught: Following in some giant footsteps, Bam’s UK career off to a solid start
Post man Edrice “Bam” Adebayo certainly has big shoes to fill at Kentucky. He has to follow John Calipari’s superstar…
Room for Improvement: Despite perfect record, top ranking, Cal’s Cats could be even better
By Jonathan Coffman Special to NKyTribune Following a 115-69 victory over Arizona State, Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari left fans…
Jamie Vaught: Former Cat Sean Woods says talent is there for Morehead State to have big season
After a remarkable 2015-16 campaign, which saw Morehead State finish with a 23-14 mark, including 11-5 in Ohio Valley Conference…
Jamie Vaught: Despite strong ties to Arkansas, new Cat Monk says Kentucky was best fit for him
Malik Monk is one of the most explosive basketball players from the 2016 recruiting class that you will find. A…
Billy Reed: Lost amidst the hype of a new basketball season — the devaluation of a college degree
The basketball season began in normal fashion at the University of Kentucky. An estimated 90 NBA scouts attended Pro Day…
Jamie Vaught: Big Blue Madness officially kicks off the excitement for hoops-crazy Kentucky fans
This week is a very exciting time for college basketball fans, especially in hoops-crazy Kentucky. As you know, UK is…