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College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / March 28
Kentucky Wildcats Add Former Tulane Sharpshooter
The Kentucky Wildcats have secured a significant commitment from former Tulane wing Kam Williams, a standout shooter in the transfer portal. Williams, a 6-foot-8 freshman, announced his decision on Friday, citing the program’s rich tradition and strong player development as key factors in his choice.
Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / March 26
Kentucky fans embrace the Amari Williams Weetabix craze 
What a wild time to be a part of the BBN. Who would have ever thought a cereal from the United Kingdom would take over the state of Kentucky? Well, that is exactly what has happened.
College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Kentucky’s secret weapon becomes best seller on Amazon
A random anecdote from the Kentucky men’s basketball team during March Madness has sent a cereal brand’s stock skyrocketing. 3rd-seeded Kentucky punched their ticket to the Sweet 16 on Sunday by beating 6th-seeded Illinois 84-75 in their NCAA Tournament second-round matchup at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wis.
The 'Naismith Men's Player of the Year Award winner' quiz
The Naismith College Player of the Year is an annual basketball award given by the Atlanta Tipoff Club to the top men's and women's collegiate basketball players. It is named in honor of the inventor of basketball (in 1891), Dr. James Naismith.Can you name every men's college basketball player who has won the Naismith Award?
Kentucky Wildcats News / Larry Brown Sports / March 24
Mark Pope reveals unusual request that helped Kentucky get to Sweet 16
An English breakfast cereal apparently helped fuel Kentucky’s journey to the Sweet 16.
Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / March 21
Amari Williams is fighting through a back injury
Williams was a force inside on the defensive end Friday night. While Amari Williams was an absolute beast inside on the defensive end Friday night for the Kentucky Wildcats, he struggled offensively in the 76-57 win over Troy to open NCAA Tournament play.
College Basketball News / A Sea of Blue / March 2
Season-long turnover bug kills Kentucky against Auburn
The Cats couldn’t hang on to the ball at home Saturday. The Kentucky Wildcats, who have been a top-10 team at times this season, are coming off a 16-point loss to the top-ranked Auburn Tigers, who are now 15-1 in SEC action.
College Basketball News / A Sea of Blue / February 28
Jaxson Robinson out, Amari Williams good to go for Kentucky vs. Auburn
The latest injury news ahead of Kentucky vs. Auburn. The Kentucky Wildcats and No. 1 Auburn Tigers have released their SEC injury reports ahead of Saturday’s contest.
Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / February 28
Mark Pope gives brief injury update on Jaxson Robinson and Amari Williams
Not looking good for Robinson to face Auburn. Will Jaxson Robinson be able to play when the Kentucky Wildcats host the No. 1 Auburn Tigers? And is Amari Williams in danger of not playing?
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / February 28
Oklahoma Issues Statement After Fan Throws Beer at Kentucky Basketball Team
In the aftermath of a thrilling SEC showdown between Oklahoma and Kentucky, an unfortunate incident marred the conclusion of the game when a fan threw a beer can toward the Wildcats' players as they left the court.
Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / February 25
The curious case of Amari Williams’ efficiency and the need for Brandon Garrison to step up
Williams has been playing at an All-SEC level, but he shouldn’t play 30+ minutes, according to Coach Pope. Amari Williams has become the Kentucky Wildcats’ most important player and is deserving of All-SEC honors.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / February 25
Mark Pope explains why he hasn't been playing Amari Williams more than 28 minutes per game
Amari Williams has been absolutely dominant in the month of February as he has helped the shorthanded Kentucky Wildcats stay afloat. This month Williams is averaging 14.6 points per game for a team that has really needed some extra offensive production.
College Basketball News / A Sea of Blue / February 22
Amari Williams breaks a UK assists record
Amari Williams continues to make history for Kentucky. Kentucky Wildcats big man Amari Williams has etched his name into the program’s record books, surpassing an assist mark that stood for four decades.
College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / February 20
Vanderbilt coach Mark Byington raved about Kentucky seven-footer Amari Williams
Amari Williams had a big game for the Kentucky Wildcats in the win over the Vanderbilt Commodores. Williams has finally realized he is one of the biggest players in college basketball as he is dominating down low.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 19
Otega Oweh, Amari Williams pace short-handed No. 17 Kentucky past Vanderbilt
No. 17 Kentucky remains without three point guards due to injury, but a patchwork lineup led by junior Otega Oweh and senior Amari Williams held off Vanderbilt 82-61 in SEC play Wednesday night in Lexington, Ky.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / February 19
Despite some ugly losses Amari Williams is playing elite basketball for Kentucky
Kentucky's starting center, Amari Williams, was a player that many fans were frustrated with at different points of the season, but as SEC play winds down, the seven-footer is playing elite basketball.
Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / February 7
Amari Williams achieves a first in 20 years at Ole Miss
College basketball hasn’t seen someone of Williams’s stature achieve this feat in two decades. Despite falling 98-84 at No. 25 Ole Miss on Tuesday night, there was a bright spot for the No.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / February 5
Amari Williams's elite play bodes well for a tournament run with a healthy Lamont Butler
Kentucky fans have been frustrated with the play of the Wildcats over the last few games, but there are some ways to take positives away. Before the struggles started for the Wildcats, one of the big gripes of Big Blue Nation was the play of Amari Williams.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / February 5
Amari Williams Joins Kentucky History with Triple-Double in Loss to Ole Miss
Despite Kentucky’s struggles in SEC play, Amari Williams etched his name in the program’s history books on Tuesday night. The 7-footer recorded a rare triple-double, finishing with 12 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists in the Wildcats’ 98-84 loss to Ole Miss.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 5
No. 25 Ole Miss leans on strong first half to stomp on No. 14 Kentucky
Matthew Murrell scored a season-high 24 points and No. 25 Ole Miss made nine 3-pointers as part of an explosive 54-point first half on the way to a 98-84 win.
Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / February 4
Kentucky blown out at Ole Miss: 4 things to know and postgame banter
Amari Williams had a triple-double, and that was about the only good thing to come out of this. The Kentucky Wildcats hit the road tonight for a date with the Ole Miss Rebels.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / February 1
John Calipari preparing for boos when Arkansas visits No. 12 Kentucky
The atmosphere promises to be charged when Arkansas meets No. 12 Kentucky on Saturday in Lexington, Ky. The Wildcats are returning home after an uplifting win at No.
Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / January 30
The play of Amari Williams against Tennessee should excite Kentucky fans for the future
At different points this season, Kentucky fans have been frustrated with the play of Amari Williams. The frustration has to do with how close he is to being elite, yet little aspects of his game lead to struggles at times.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 11
No. 6 Kentucky rides three-point shooting to road win over No. 14 Mississippi State
On a night in which they shot 50% from three-point range, No. 6 Kentucky came away with a 95-90 road victory over No. 14 Mississippi State.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 11
No. 5 Kentucky pulls away in second half to avoid upset vs. feisty Colgate
Backcourt injuries and fatigue left No. 5 Kentucky trailing early in the second half.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 26
No. 8 Kentucky breaks away from Western Kentucky to improve to 6-0
Otega Oweh scored 18 points and Andrew Carr finished with a double-double of 18 points and 10 rebounds to lead host Kentucky to an 87-68 victory over Western Kentucky.
College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / May 29
Several key players withdraw from NBA Draft
The deadline is looming for early entrants to withdraw from the 2024 NBA draft and retain their NCAA eligibility. Several impact players have recently announced they are taking that route.
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