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Kentucky guard Collin Chandler (5) talks with Kentucky coach Mark Pope after fouling out against Florida during their quarterfinal game of the 2026 SEC Men’s Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Friday, March 13, 2026.

Collin Chandler's Transfer Portal exit hits harder than most

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

Kentucky's wild NCAA Tournament survival forced Brandin Podziemski to pay up

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

Louisville’s big Transfer Portal swings are putting even more pressure on Mark Pope

Josh Yourish

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Apr 8, 2026

The 34-point UNC slayer Mark Pope is trying to steal from the portal's heavyweights

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1)

Kentucky’s latest portal target would finally fix Mark Pope’s other big mistake

Josh Yourish

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Apr 8, 2026

March 10, 2026: Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) and Wake Forest Demon Deacons forward Omaha Biliew (0) chase a loose ball during the first half of the 2025 ACC Men's Basketball Championship at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. (Scott Kinser)

Mark Pope’s gamble to fix Kentucky's broken backcourt starts today with 2 Zoom calls

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

Nov 18, 2024; Ames, Iowa, USA; IUPUI Jaguars forward DeSean Goode (2) defends Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) at James H. Hilton Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Reese Strickland-Imagn Images

The 57% shooter Mark Pope must land today to save Kentucky’s offense

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

February 14, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Team G-League guard Dink Pate (1) of the Mexico City Capitanes drives to the basket against Team C forward Ryan Dunn (0) of the Phoenix Suns and forward Trayce Jackson-Davis (32) of the Golden State Warriors during the 2025 NBA Rising Stars Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Mark Pope completes Zoom with Dink Pate as Transfer Portal heats up

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Saint Mary's (CA) Gaels forward Paulius Murauskas (23) takes a shot during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Why Mark Pope is prioritizing someone who just scored 4 points in the NCAA Tournament

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on after the game against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Mark Pope’s first wave of Transfer Portal targets continue a worrying trend

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts to a play during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Mark Pope lands Transfer Portal lifeline after Kentucky's $20M roster disaster

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Kam Williams (3) celebrates a three point basket during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Kam Williams' return is welcome news for a Kentucky basketball program in flux

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) defends Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Kentucky is making a huge run for Zoom Diallo amid roster turnover

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrija Jelavic (4) gets past Auburn Tigers forward Filip Jovic (38) for a shot during the first half at Neville Arena. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

Andrija Jelavic's Transfer Portal decision rests squarely on Mark Pope

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on during the second half against the Florida Gators at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Gary Parrish drops a harsh reality check on Mark Pope's future

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Oregon forward Kwame Evans Jr., center, celebrates after getting fouled as the Oregon Ducks host the Wisconsin Badgers on Feb. 25, 2026, at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.

Mark Pope may have just found the perfect Brandon Garrison replacement in Kwame Evans Jr.

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Kenny Brooks looks down court Thursday, March 5, 2026, during the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament second round game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

Kenny Brooks linked to a shock move back to the ACC

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts to a play during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Mark Pope sends a midnight message to BBN as Transfer Portal opens

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 7, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Denzel Aberdeen (1) watches his shot during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

Denzel Aberdeen's Transfer Portal entry is just plain odd

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Jan 20, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Louisiana State Tigers guard Dedan Thomas Jr. (11) dribbles the ball against the Florida Gators during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Kentucky's interest in Dedan Thomas Jr. proves Mark Pope didn't learn his lesson

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) goes for a lay up as Santa Clara Broncos forward Elijah Mahi (8) guard Jake Ensminger (44) and center Bukky Oboye (12) defend during the first half during in first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

What Malachi Moreno's Draft decision means for Kentucky basketball

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 15, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Rhode Island Rams head coach Danny Hurley gestures against the Oklahoma Sooners during the first half in the first round of the 2018 NCAA Tournament at PPG Paints Arena. Rhode Island won 83-78 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The title game roster blueprint Mark Pope must copy as soon the portal opens

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone reacts towards referee Danielle Scott (87) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

North Carolina is falling into the exact same Transfer Portal trap Kentucky did

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Blackwell (25) reacts during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the High Point Panthers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Analytics guru predicts Kentucky will be splashing big money on John Blackwell

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate (23) dunks during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

Mo Dioubate becomes 4th Kentucky player to enter Transfer Portal amid roster rebuild

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Acaden Lewis (55) controls the ball against the Utah State Aggies in the second half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Why Kentucky can't afford to wait around for Acaden Lewis in the Transfer Portal

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 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 targets another former player's son with class of 2027 5-star PF

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 6, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange guard Naithan George (11) shoots against Pittsburgh Panthers guard Damarco Minor (7) during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

3 intriguing point guards Kentucky can’t be fooled by in the Transfer Portal

Jordan Owens

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Apr 6, 2026

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