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According to a recruit's father Mark Pope isn't afraid to flaunt Kentucky's resources

Kentucky hosted a very important target on an official visit this past weekend in 2026 top five prospect Caleb Holt. The staff was hoping to make a good impression on Holt and his family, and it seems like they did that.

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Kentucky basketball posted a mysterious photo of Jayden Quaintance practicing

The number one question heading into the season for the Kentucky Wildcats is when star center Jayden Quaintance is going to be back on the floor. Last season, Quaintance went down with an ACL tear toward the end of his freshman season at Arizona State.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

College basketball analytics continue to fall in love with the Kentucky Wildcats

Many college basketball experts are believers in this 2025-26 Kentucky basketball team, so fans have been curious to see what the analytics have to say about this team.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

One of Kentucky's 2026 recruiting targets has set a commitment date

Joe Tipton of On3 just announced that five-star Tay Kinney is set to pick his college on September 28th. The schools Kinney is picking between are Kentucky, Louisville, Indiana, Kansas, Arkansas, and Oregon.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

Should fans be concerned with Kentucky's three-point shooting?

Last season, Mark Pope's first squad at Kentucky was filled with shooters everywhere. Led by Koby Brea, who was an extremely efficient shooter, that was one area that wasn't a weakness at all.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 11

According to CBS Sports Kentucky has three of the best defenders in college basketball

In year one of the Mark Pope era, the defense wasn't great for the Kentucky Wildcats as it finished ranked 51st in KenPom, and the defense struggled mightily in the loss to Tennessee in the Sweet 16.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Sneakers on SI / September 10

The Curry Fox 2 'Lexington' Pays Homage to the Kentucky Wildcats

Earlier this summer, Curry Brand launched De'Aaron Fox's second signature shoe. The Curry Fox 2 has received strong reviews from hoopers, and now sneakerheads are taking note of the latest colorway to drop.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 10

Three Kentucky Wildcats who will be key for a deep NCAA Tournament run

Kentucky basketball hasn't seen all that much NCAA Tournament success over the last handful of years, but in year one of the Mark Pope era, he took the Wildcats to the Sweet 16.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 10

This underrated Kentucky forward could be the best defender in the SEC

Mark Pope looks to have a really good squad set to take the floor in their first exhibition next month. One of the goals of the coaching staff this offseason was to improve in the areas of athleticism and defense.

Ty Bryant News / Stadium Rant / September 10

Kentucky Legacy Recruit Ty Bryant Shines On The Big Stage

Junior safety Ty Bryant was born in Lexington, Kentucky. His football journey started with the local Southland Chiefs but skyrocketed as a Frederick Douglass Bronco in high school.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 9

Kentucky's 2025-26 roster holds the most underrated player in college basketball

Most Kentucky fans believe the most underrated player on the 2025-26 basketball roster would be the Tulane transfer Kam Williams, but over the last few weeks, a new name has entered this debate.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 9

Jon Rothstein gives a not so positive injury update on Kentucky star Jayden Quaintance

One of the biggest offseason concerns surrounding the Kentucky Wildcats is the health of Arizona State transfer center Jayden Quaintance. As a true freshman last season, Quaintance averaged 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game before going down with a torn ACL toward the end of the season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 9

Kentucky basketball is losing ground with one of its top 2026 targets

Kentucky looks to be losing momentum with one of their top targets in the 2026 class. Over the past month, the Wildcats have let the lead slip away for one of the best point guards in the class, Tay Kinney, who was for a long time seen as a strong Kentucky lean.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 8

A roster update for Kentucky should boost the upside of star center Jayden Quaintance

Jayden Quaintance is set to have an elite season once he is back on the floor for the Kentucky Wildcats. Last season, as a true freshman playing for the Arizona State Sun Devils, he averaged 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 2.6 blocks, 1.5 assists, and 1.1 steals per game.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 8

What's next for Kentucky football after the devastating loss to Ole Miss?

Mark Stoops and the Kentucky Wildcats just welcomed the Ole Miss Rebels into Kroger Field for the first SEC game of the 2025 season and lost 30-23. No one expected the Wildcats to win this game, but the reason it is so frustrating is because Kentucky got out to a 10-0 lead after turning over Ole Miss twice.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / September 8

Are opposing teams and fan bases no longer scared of Kentucky basketball?

The argument can be made that Kentucky is the greatest college basketball program of all time, but it has been over a decade since the Wildcats last won a National Title.

Lane Kiffin News / Yardbarker / September 3

Lane Kiffin has stern warning for Ole Miss — and Rebels must listen

Ole Miss will play Kentucky in Week 2.

Ole Miss, Kentucky head into conference play after warm-up wins

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Mark Stoops News / Stadium Rant / August 25

Underdog Mentality: Kentucky Football Challenges Are Fixable

The Kentucky football program is always embracing the underdog each season, but this season will tell the tale of whether they can put the storm behind them of last season and the last few years and return to Kentucky football Standards.

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