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Kentucky has a secret weapon on the roster set to put up elite numbers for Mark Pope

The Kentucky Wildcats' roster for the 2025-26 season is looking to be special, as Coach Mark Pope has done an excellent job in the portal and high school recruiting while also holding on to some key pieces from last season.

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Jayden Quaintance recreates iconic Anthony Davis photo at UK

Could Kentucky’s newest big man be the next Wildcat rim protector to dominate the paint? A new video of Jayden Quaintance, Kentucky’s incoming transfer forward, has caught the attention of Big Blue Nation — and for good reason.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / May 26

Kentucky Baseball makes NCAA Tournament and will face West Virginia in opener

The Bat Cats made it in. The Kentucky Wildcats are IN! After a wild weekend of conference tournament action that saw four bids, Kentucky entered Selection Monday as the first team out of the field of 68 at both D1 Baseball and Baseball America.

Brandon Garrison News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 26

Brandon Garrison is in for a special year two season at Kentucky in a new role

One player who quickly became a fan favorite in Lexington, thanks to his high intensity on the floor, is center Brandon Garrison. Last season for the Wildcats, Garrison averaged 5.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game for the Wildcats coming off the bench.

Otega Oweh News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 26

Everything Kentucky fans need to know about Otega Oweh's decision ahead of the deadline

Kentucky fans are all awaiting the decision from star guard Otega Oweh when it comes to his future, but the good news for Big Blue Nation is they won't have to wait all that much longer.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / May 26

Mark Pope praises Brandon Garrison for taking on bigger leadership role this offseason

A more mature BG could mean trouble for the rest of the SEC. Brandon Garrison provided the Kentucky Wildcats with extraordinary benefits along with some much-needed front-court debt in his first season in Lexington.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 25

Three bold predictions for the 2025-26 Kentucky basketball season

Mark Pope had a solid season in year one as the head coach at the University of Kentucky, taking the Wildcats to the Sweet 16 for the first time since the pandemic.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / May 24

Kentucky still included in NCAA Tournament projections

Good news for the Cats. After a sweep of Oklahoma to end the home slate at Kentucky Proud Park, the Kentucky Wildcats hit a four-game skid to end the regular season over the last week.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 24

Should Kentucky basketball fans be concerned about the backup point guard position?

The Kentucky Wildcats have an elite roster heading into the 2025-26, making Mark Pope's team one of the favorites to win a national title this season. While this roster is deep from top to bottom, there is one position that has some fans concerned about this season, and it would have to be backup point guard.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / May 24

Saturday Headlines: Remembering the 1975 Kentucky Colonels

The first and only major professional sports championship won by a Kentucky team. Good morning, BBN! Let’s take some time to remember the Kentucky Colonels ABA Championship on its 50th anniversary.

Kentucky Wildcats News / A Sea of Blue / May 23

Bleav in Kentucky talks basketball roster moves and SGA winning NBA MVP

An eventful week for Kentucky basketball. With the commitment of Braydon Hawthorne, the Kentucky Wildcats have just about set their 2025-26 men’s basketball roster.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 23

Kentucky had added five non-conference games to 2025-26 schedule

Kentucky's non-conference schedule for next season is going to end up as one of the toughest in all of college basketball, with marquee matchups all around.

Mark Pope News / A Sea of Blue / May 23

Jaland Lowe’s game will flourish at Kentucky, says Mark Pope

The former Pitt guard joins Kentucky with strong numbers — and a chance to thrive with a smarter, more efficient approach. Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope is confident that Jaland Lowe, a transfer from Pitt, has the potential to become a more efficient — and more dangerous — weapon in Lexington.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Yardbarker / May 23

Pope's scheduling idea would be a huge help for college hoops

Mark Pope's scheduling idea would be a huge help for college basketball

Kentucky men's basketball head coach Mark Pope wants to see his team in more big-time games.

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Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 22

Kentucky coach Mark Pope on Braydon Hawthorne 'His ceiling is incredible'

Recently, Braydon Hawthrone picked the Kentucky Wildcats, adding more elite depth to this 2025-26 roster. While some look at Hawthorne as a depth piece, there is a chance that he could find a role for this basketball team.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 22

Kentucky's starting PG has pulled his name out of the NBA Draft

Kentucky fans have been keeping their ear to the ground, awaiting news on whether or not Otega Oweh will be returning to Kentucky, and there is still no news on this front.

Mark Pope News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 22

Mark Pope has a good problem on his hands with the 2025-26 Kentucky roster

Mark Pope's 2025-26 roster is mostly set after the recent additions of Reece Potter and Braydon Hawthorne, and Big Blue Nation is fired up for the 2025-26 season.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 21

Kentucky has added another marquee matchup to their exhibition schedule

Kentucky has added their final exhibition game to the 2025-26 schedule. On Wednesday, it was announced that the Wildcats will be taking on the Georgetown Hoyas in Rupp Arena on Oct.

Kentucky Wildcats News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 21

Braydon Hawthorne will be more than a depth piece for the Kentucky Wildcats

The recent recruitment of Braydon Hawthorne was an interesting one, as after he decommitted from West Virginia, he and his family were quiet about the recruitment.

Mark Pope News / NIL on SI / May 16

Kentucky Basketball Head Coach Shares Humorous Response to Team's NIL Valuation

The Kentucky Wildcats are one of the biggest brands in all of college basketball, and they have the NIL funding to back it up. While the exact figure the Wildcats are spending on their roster this upcoming season is unknown, it's safe to assume the number is very high.

Mark Pope News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Kentucky’s $200 Million Statement: Mark Pope Jokes About Massive NIL Spending

If there was any doubt that Kentucky is all-in on the modern college basketball arms race, head coach Mark Pope erased it with one line — even if it was delivered with a smile.

John Calipari News / Yardbarker / May 14

Boogie Fland spurns NBA, still looking to leave Arkansas

Former Arkansas PG Boogie Fland spurns NBA, but set to be top target in transfer portal

Fland is expected to be one of the top players in the transfer portal now that he's heading back to college.

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Kentucky Wildcats News / Athlon Sports / May 11

Kentucky recruit makes unique decision with bold NIL power move

In today’s NIL-driven era of college basketball, talent alone doesn’t separate the stars from the superstars—business savvy does. Jasper Johnson just proved he has both.

Kentucky Wildcats News / NIL on SI / May 10

Kentucky Wildcats Basketball Commit Signs Major Agency for NIL Representation

The Kentucky Wildcats' men's basketball program is one of the preeminent blue bloods in the sport today. Their long track record of success on the hardwood continues to see them land the biggest-named recruits, and in an era of Name, Image, and Likeness, that brings with it an entirely different landscape than it once did.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 21

Kentucky lands another big piece in Florida transfer guard Denzel Aberdeen

Mark Pope has been busy building the Kentucky Wildcats into the best version he can put together for the 2025-26 season. He's now brought in five incoming players, each with a rather intriguing skill set that they'll bring to the table.

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