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Jan 15, 2022; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Shaedon Sharpe (left) runs on the court before the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

The biggest "what if" 5-stars that came and went in modern Kentucky Basketball history

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Kentucky's best playmaker in summer practice may not even get to play this season

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Mark Pope can make Kentucky the best scoring team in the SEC with a huge final pickup

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Another La Familia loss has Kentucky fans fearing the worst ahead of Louisville duel

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La Familia's Andrew Harrison (5) reacts to a call during their game against The Ville on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Ky. during the quarter finals of The Basketball Tournament.

Kentucky's La Familia alumni team can't catch a break ahead of feud with The Ville

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Jul 14, 2026

Former Kentucky head coach John Calipari talks to his team as the University of Evansville Purple Aces play the number one ranked Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena in Lexington Tuesday evening, November 12, 2019.11 12 19 Ue Uk 25

Three transfers could've changed John Calipari's fortunes had they stayed at Kentucky

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Jul 14, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope motions to his players during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

4-star point guard TJ Jamison may be the biggest riser on Mark Pope's recruiting radar

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Jul 14, 2026

Former Iowa State forward Milan Momcilovic talks to media during an interview at Iowa State’s Sukup Basketball complex on Thursday, June 20, 2024, Ames, Iowa

Milan Momcilovic's Kentucky paycheck is proof that NIL is officially out of control

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Jul 14, 2026

Apr 14, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Ajsa Sivka on the orange carpet before the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Ajša Sivka’s role on Kentucky could ultimately make or break Kenny Brooks’ third team

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Jul 14, 2026

Jan 17, 1990; Orlando, FL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics forward Larry Bird (33) prior to a game against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports

The three biggest recruiting misses that left a stain on Kentucky Basketball's legacy

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Jul 13, 2026

Feb 8, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope smiles as he watches the action during the second half against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope could be pushing for a 5-star team up that would have Kentucky fans elated

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Jul 13, 2026

Nov 18, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Kentucky fans should embrace Mark Pope's underdog status ahead of his third year

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Jul 13, 2026

Dec 31, 2022; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) and center/forward Bam Adebayo (13) leave the court after defeating the Utah Jazz at Vivint Arena. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Creveling-USA TODAY Sports

Bam Adebayo struck Tyler Herro in a reported Las Vegas scrum between former Cats

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Jul 10, 2026

Bradley’s Jaquan Johnson, right, and Washington State’s Jerone Morton struggle over a loose ball in the second half of their college basketball game Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025 at Carver Arena in Peoria. The Braves rallied for a 64-60 victory.

Jerone Morton just drew an eye-popping comparison that will leave Kentucky fans ecstatic

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Jul 10, 2026

Oct 14, 2025; Birmingham, AL, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with the media during SEC Media Days at Grand Bohemian Hotel. Mandatory Credit: Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Projecting the SEC's top 5 after a rampant flurry of recruiting news shook the league

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Jul 10, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope shakes hands with Arkansas Razorbacks head coach John Calipari prior to the game at Bud Walton Arena. Kentucky won 85-77. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Mark Pope butts heads with John Calipari on the recruiting trail in a mutual pursuit

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Jul 10, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with the media during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

One simple statistic makes Mark Pope's current transfer class his best at Kentucky

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Jul 10, 2026

Feb 22, 2025; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Washington Huskies center Franck Kepnang (11) reacts during the second half against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

Franck Kepnang details exactly why Kentucky is the greatest program in the country

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Jul 9, 2026

Mar 4, 2026; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Texas Longhorns head coach Sean Miller during the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena. Arkansas won 105-85. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images

Texas delivers Mark Pope a 5-star Marcus Spears Jr. blow that hurts for several reasons

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Jul 9, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Dynamic Prep (TX) forward Marcus Spears Jr. (24) against Dream City (AZ) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Mark Pope, Kentucky's next 5-star target just fell through in sudden fashion

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Jul 9, 2026

Mar 17, 2011; Tampa, FL, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard DeAndre Liggins (34) reacts after he made a shot in the second half against the Princeton Tigers during the second round of the 2011 NCAA men's basketball tournament at the St. Pete Times Forum. Kentucky won 59-57. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

La Familia adds a former All-SEC defender to Kentucky's knockout alumni roster

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Jul 9, 2026

Dec 2, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts after a play during the first half against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope's recruiting nightmares are reborn as Nikola Kusturica commits to UCLA

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Jul 9, 2026

Oct 29, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts to the action on the court during the first half against the Minnesota State Mavericks at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope is just fine with Big Blue Nation blasting him when Kentucky falls short

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Jul 9, 2026

Mar 7, 2025; Greenville, SC, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Kenny Brooks is vying for Kentucky to improve in one crucial category this season

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Jul 8, 2026

Mar 20, 2010; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard John Wall (11) celebrates a basket by a teammate against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the second half in the second round of the 2010 NCAA mens basketball tournament at the New Orleans Arena. Kentucky defeated Wake Forest 90-60. Mandatory Credit: Crystal LoGiudice-USA TODAY Sports

John Wall still supports Coach Cal, but his loyalties will always lie with Kentucky

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Jul 8, 2026

Mar 13, 2026; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his team against the Florida Gators during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Mark Pope may be trying to renew one of Kentucky's most underrated rivalries this year

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Jul 8, 2026

Feb 9, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks enters the court before the start of the game against the Texas Longhorns at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images

Kenny Brooks is locked in on the frontcourt as Kentucky sets a huge 2028 visit

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Jul 7, 2026

Dec 9, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Trent Noah (9) reacts after making a three point basket during the first half against the North Carolina Central Eagles at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Trent Noah's breakout year at Kentucky may finally be upon the Big Blue Nation

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Jul 7, 2026

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