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Three Kentucky Wildcats with the most to prove in the exhibition vs. #1 Purdue

Three Kentucky Wildcats with the most to prove in the exhibition vs. #1 Purdue

When the Kentucky Wildcats take on the Purdue Boilermakers on Friday, this will be the Kentucky debut for a lot of players. This team seems to have great chemistry, but they will put it to the test on Friday against the best team in college basketball.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 22
Kentucky Wildcats offensive coordinator makes it clear how he feels about Tennessee Vols defensive coordinator Tim Banks

Kentucky Wildcats offensive coordinator makes it clear how he feels about Tennessee Vols defensive coordinator Tim Banks

The Tennessee Vols' defense hasn't been nearly as dominant this season as it was in the past two years. In 2023, the Volunteers finished with the No. 23 scoring defense in the nation.

NBA News / Sporting News / October 22

Kentucky Wildcats have 27 former players in the NBA this season, beating out Duke Blue Devils

UK is everywhere.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 21
#9 Kentucky can make a massive statement with a win over #1 Purdue on Friday

#9 Kentucky can make a massive statement with a win over #1 Purdue on Friday

Friday is a big day for the Kentucky Wildcats as they are set to host the Purdue Boilermakers in Rupp Arena for an exhibition game. Purdue, of course, is the #1 team heading into the season and the team many believe is going to win the national title.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 21
Where is Mark Pope ranked among college basketball coaches heading into the 2025-26 season?

Where is Mark Pope ranked among college basketball coaches heading into the 2025-26 season?

It didn't take long for Big Blue Nation to fully buy into Mark Pope as the head coach of the Kentucky basketball program. In year one of his tenure in Lexington, Pope took a team that he threw together in a month all the way to the Sweet 16 despite having multiple crucial players injured.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 20
Mark Pope gave a positive update on Jaland Lowe's scary shoulder injury

Mark Pope gave a positive update on Jaland Lowe's scary shoulder injury

The Blue-White Game was on Friday and Kentucky got a massive scare as point guard Jaland Lowe went down with a shoulder injury. It sounds like his shoulder popped out but they got it set back into place.

Mark Stoops News / Sporting News / October 19

John Calipari’s Kentucky exit may lead to Mark Stoops coaching vs UT, AU, UF, TN Tech, Vanderbilt, Louisville

John Calipari's voluntary exit from the Kentucky Wildcats basketball program could keep Mark Stoops in the head football coaching seat in Lexington.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 19

Tennessee vs. Kentucky odds: Opening point spread released

Tennessee travels to Kentucky for a Week 9 clash in the Southeastern Conference. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 19
What will Kentucky do at point guard if Jaland Lowe's injury is long term?

What will Kentucky do at point guard if Jaland Lowe's injury is long term?

The Blue-White Game is always a very exciting time for Kentucky fans because it signifies the start of the basketball season, which is right around the corner, but this year's game took a scary turn for Kentucky fans.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 19
Jasper Johnson lists the players who set the tone for Kentucky's physicality

Jasper Johnson lists the players who set the tone for Kentucky's physicality

Kentucky fans were able to get their first real glimpse of this year's team in action during Friday night's Blue-White game. After all of the talk during the preseason, fans got a little bit of a taste of what the season will be like.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 18
Takeaways from Kentucky's heartbreaking overtime loss to Texas

Takeaways from Kentucky's heartbreaking overtime loss to Texas

Kentucky football was back in Kroger Field for the first time in over a month looking for their first SEC win in over a full calendar year. It was a very eventful one, a game that didn't see a lot of points, was down to the wire in overtime, there first game in extras since Ole Miss in 2020.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 18
Mark Pope is confident in Kentucky's athleticism this season

Mark Pope is confident in Kentucky's athleticism this season

Last year, Kentucky's defense was a glaring weakness. In particular, it was their on-ball defense that was sub-par, as they did not do a very good job of staying in front of their man and handling athletic players that can attack the rim at will.

Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 17
Mark Pope provided an injury update on Jaland Lowe's shoulder

Mark Pope provided an injury update on Jaland Lowe's shoulder

Kentucky fans were gasping when Jaland Lowe hit the floor after colliding with Otega Oweh. Lowe was down in pain after landing on his shoulder, but appeared to have popped his shoulder back in place.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 17
Takeaways from Kentucky's annual Blue-White scrimmage

Takeaways from Kentucky's annual Blue-White scrimmage

Kentucky basketball held their Blue-White scrimmage at Historic Memorial Coliseum on Friday night, where fans were able to get a longer glimpse of their team in action.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / October 17
Kentucky basketball fans should not be apologetic about how much money was spent on the roster

Kentucky basketball fans should not be apologetic about how much money was spent on the roster

There have been reports all offseason that the Kentucky Wildcats spent a ton of money on their 2025-26 roster, but nothing concrete had been announced.

Kentucky Wildcats News / New Baseball Media / October 15

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Kentucky

Things weren’t easy for the Kentucky Wildcats in 2025. One year after a 46-16 record and a berth in the College World Series, Kentucky went 31-26, yet snuck in thanks to a highly competitive slate during SEC play.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / October 12

Texas vs. Kentucky odds: Opening point spread released

Texas travels to Kentucky for a Week 8 clash in the Southeastern Conference. With game day approaching, the opening odds and point spread have been revealed.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A to Z Sports / October 1
Former Tennessee football player drops epic Phillip Fulmer story that will have Kentucky fans hating the Vols even more

Former Tennessee football player drops epic Phillip Fulmer story that will have Kentucky fans hating the Vols even more

The Tennessee Vols and the Kentucky Wildcats will continue to play each other every season as the two programs were recently announced as permanent SEC opponents for each other starting in 2026.

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