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Dec 7, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Lebron James (23) and Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey react with each other after the game at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Tyrese Maxey just got a one-way ticket to an NBA Championship with LeBron James' signing

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Jul 24, 2026

Kentucky could have a Ryan Hampton trick left up its sleeve if Kam Williams is out long-term

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Jul 24, 2026

Not even Mark Pope's optimism can break the brutal news of Kam Williams' foot surgery

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Jul 24, 2026

Franck Kepnang's unmatched experience could make all the difference for Kentucky in March

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Jul 23, 2026

The Ville’s Montrezl Harrell smiles in the second half during The Basketball Tournament at Freedom Hall. July 20, 2026

Three standout rival players that have permanently offended Kentucky fans over the years

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Jul 23, 2026

Dec 21, 2022; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Oscar Tshiebwe (34) celebrates with guard Cason Wallace (22) during the first half against the Florida A&M Rattlers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Alex Wilkins wants black jerseys this season, echoing a years-long dream of Kentucky fans

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Jul 23, 2026

Dec 9, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts to the action during the first half against the North Carolina Central Eagles at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

A Kentucky hoops legend just gave his rare seal of approval for Mark Pope's third team

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Jul 23, 2026

La Familia’s Sean McNeil celebrates with Andrew Harrison after making a three against The Ville in first game of The Basketball Tournament at Memorial Coliseum.
July 18, 2026

La Familia buries The Ville as Kentucky's alumni team moves on from the rivalry series

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Jul 22, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Furman Paladins guard Alex Wilkins (10) shoots the ball against the UConn Huskies in the first half during a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Alex Wilkins continues to draw Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nods, and Kentucky fans are hyped

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Jul 22, 2026

La Familia's Archie Goodwin (10) smiled at his bench while dunking the ball during the first round of The Basketball Tournament (TBT) at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky on Friday, July 18, 2025.

Archie Goodwin could not have returned to Kentucky's La Familia at a more crucial time

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Jul 22, 2026

Nov 26, 2025; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope yells to his players during the first half against the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

A new pair of 5-star offers prove Mark Pope is working overtime for Kentucky's future

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Jul 21, 2026

Jan 21, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Simeon Wilcher (7) drives to the basket during the first half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Kentucky Basketball is developing a boiling SEC rivalry that's about to hit a new high

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Jul 21, 2026

Nov 19, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope celebrates from the sideline during the first half against the Lipscomb Bisons at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope is swooping in on a 5-star guard that Louisville have long had their eyes on

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Jul 21, 2026

La Familia’s Aaron Harrison scores a three against Herd That in the Lexington Regional Final of the TBT.
July 23, 2024

Former Cat Aaron Harrison sounds off on players ghosting La Familia after brutal loss

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Jul 21, 2026

La Familia’s Chris Coffey tries to stop The Ville’s Jae Withers in first game of The Basketball Tournament at Memorial Coliseum.
July 18, 2026

Rivalry tempers flare as La Familia suffers a blowout loss to The Ville in TBT's game 2

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Jul 20, 2026

Dec 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) celebrates after saving possession of the ball during the second half against the Louisville Cardinals at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Dishing Louisville fans a stark reminder of their humiliating road drought vs. Kentucky

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Jul 20, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; CIA Bella Vista (AZ) center Paul Osaruyi (25) against Oak Cliff Faith Family Academy (TX) during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Kentucky's recruiting focus is becoming excitingly clear with latest 5-star visitor

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Jul 20, 2026

La Familia's Willie Cauley-Stein (2) grabs the rebound against The Ville's Montrezl Harrell (5) during their game on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Ky. during the quarter finals of The Basketball Tournament.

La Familia's roster woes may put a stopper in their winning momentum against The Ville

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Jul 20, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope speaks during the postgame press conference 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 Le-Imagn Images

Mark Pope seems to have already fixed Kentucky's most annoying problem from last season

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Jul 20, 2026

La Familia's Andrew Harrison (5) makes his way around The Ville's Russ Smith (6) during their game on Monday, July 29, 2024 at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Ky. during the quarter finals of The Basketball Tournament.

La Familia overcome their shorthanded roster to teach The Ville a game one lesson in TBT

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Jul 18, 2026

Mar 27, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Iowa State Cyclones forward Milan Momcilovic (22) reacts in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers during a Sweet Sixteen game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Milan Momcilovic's early practice footage may have Kentucky fans hanging a banner in July

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Jul 17, 2026

February 5, 2011; Gainesville, FL, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Brandon Knight (12) during the second half against the Florida Gators at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. The Gators defeated the Wildcats 70-68. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Mark Pope is recruiting the 5-star rebirth of Brandon Knight for Kentucky's 2027 class

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Jul 17, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts against the Santa Clara Broncos during the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Kentucky's latest uninspired schedule addition will have fans shrugging their shoulders

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Jul 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope during the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center. Mandatory Credit: Randy Sartin-Imagn Images

5-star Lewis Uvwo gives Mark Pope another reason for Kentucky to hand him a blank NIL check

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Jul 16, 2026

Jan 2, 2026; Mesa, AZ, USA; Rainier Beach High School (WA) assistant coach Jamal Crawford against Mater Dei during the HoopHall West Tournament at Skyline High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

NBA legend Jamal Crawford turns down Kentucky job, forcing Mark Pope to look elsewhere

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Jul 16, 2026

Mar 12, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard D'Angelo Russell (0) celebrates his three-point basket during the second half in the second round of the Big Ten Conference Tournament at the United Center. The Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Minnesota Golden Gophers 79-73. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Historic in-state recruiting whiffs that went right under Kentucky Basketball's nose

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Jul 16, 2026

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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Jul 15, 2026

Mar 20, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on during NCAA Tournament First Round Practice at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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

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Jul 15, 2026

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