Pitino looking forward to challenging Wildcats in Rupp Arena with a ‘gladiator mentality’
By Russ Brown Special to NKyTribune LOUISVILLE — As previously noted, Rick Pitino hasn’t been available for his usual number…
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Jamie Vaught: Former Cat Mark Pope bringing his Utah Valley team back to Kentucky to face U of L
Random notes …. Mark Pope is coming to Louisville next week. That’s because the former UK hoops standout is the…
Sports Notes: Calipari breathed sigh of relief after surviving latest Poythress injury scare
By Glenn Osborne Special to NKyTribune For John Calipari, the key moment in Kentucky’s 72-58 win over Bobby Hurley’s Arizona…
Kentucky’s Murray captures first Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week recognition
Kentucky freshman guard Jamal Murray was named the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week on Monday after averaging a team-best…
NBA Bleeding Blue: Suns, Kings offer the best options for keeping up with former Wildcats
By Jonathan Coffman Special to NKyTribune As John Calipari continues his reign as the king of the one-and-done era, more…
Pair of career-high scoring performances propel Briscoe to latest SEC Freshman of Week Award
Kentucky freshman guard Isaiah Briscoe was tabbed the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week on Monday after averaging a team-best…
Four Wildcats earn national honors with places on Naismith, Robertson Player of the Year lists
Already 7-0 to start the season and a No. 1 national ranking, the honors for several Kentucky men’s basketball players…
Jamie Vaught: EKU’s McHale excited to bring Colonels’ fast-paced offensive attack to Rupp Arena
Last April, when Dan McHale was hired to take over Eastern Kentucky University’s hoops program as the new head coach,…
Possible absence of Ulis against Illinois State could turn into an opportunity for Hawkins
With Tyler Ulis sidelined by a hyperextended elbow, a role opened for Dominique Hawkins last Friday. Hawkins played nine minutes…
Calipari’s Cats begin post-Thanksgiving schedule facing old friend Antigua, South Florida
The top-ranked Kentucky Wildcats hit the road to face South Florida on Friday at American Airlines Arena in Miami. KENTUCKY…
Cats in familiar spot heading into matchup with Boston University with No. 1 national ranking
Kentucky, which takes on Boston University Tuesday at 9 p.m. on the SEC Network, is the top team in the…
After keying pair of wins, Kentucky sophomore Ulis named Southeastern Conference Player of the Week
Kentucky sophomore guard Tyler Ulis was named the Southeastern Conference Co-Player of the Week on Monday after leading Kentucky to…
Calipari has high hopes for defensive stopper Briscoe heading into matchup with Wright State
There was a certain rhythm to Isaiah Briscoe’s defensive game before he came to Kentucky. “Take a couple trips off,”…
Latest UK recruiting class features four players ranked among the top 10 in the nation
The Kentucky men’s basketball program has put together one of the strongest recruiting classes of all time, signing six of…
Jamie Vaught: Versatile UK freshman Labissiere hard to compare to other Wildcat big men
Even though he didn’t play well against a tough Duke team in Chicago Tuesday night because of foul trouble, getting…
UK’s Labissiere named SEC Co-Offensive Freshman of the Week after exploding for 26 points
Following a breakout 26-point performance in a 30-point victory over NJIT, Kentucky freshman forward Skal Labissiere was named the Southeastern…
Kentucky leads Southeastern Conference by placing five on coaches’ preseason all-league teams
The Kentucky men’s basketball team led the Southeastern Conference with four players on the coaches’ preseason All-SEC teams, which were…
Keith Taylor: Calipari says lofty expectations a blessing as Kentucky ushers in new season
John Calipari embraces the challenge of coaching at Kentucky. Despite losing more than 80 percent of their scoring from last…
Jamie Vaught: Calipari, Wildcats have experienced many memorable moments in season-openers
Basketball season-opening memories. John Calipari hasn’t lost a single season opener at Kentucky. If UK, as expected, defeats Albany Friday…
Jamie Vaught: Junior college transfer Mulder expects to provide Wildcats with a deep threat
With Kentucky losing a handful of stars from last season’s 38-1 squad, it would mean the Wildcats have lost 79…
Jamie Vaught: Casey, Patterson give NBA Raptors a strong Big Blue Kentucky connection
When Dwane Casey’s Toronto Raptors tipped off their regular season Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers, his National Basketball Association team…
Opening day NBA rosters include total of 21 of Calipari’s former Wildcats, including five rookies
The Kentucky men’s basketball team, the nation’s most prolific NBA player-producing program, once again leads the country by placing 21…