Former Cats in the NBA

2024 NBA Draft - Round One

Reed Sheppard becomes first Kentucky top-5 pick in NBA Draft since 2017

Alec Lasley
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'A special day for Kentucky': Mark Pope 'excited' ahead of 2024 NBA Draft

Reed Sheppard gets full NYC experience, throws out first pitch ahead of NBA Draft

Rob Dillingham discusses playing with a 'chip on shoulder' mindset at Kentucky

Mar 15, 2024; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard (15) reacts after called foul against the Texas A&M Aggies during the second half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports

As NBA Draft approaches, Reed Sheppard 'very thankful' for 'dream come true' at Kentucky

Alec Lasley
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Feb 13, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Rob Dillingham (0) runs down the court after scoring a basket during the second half against the Ole Miss Rebels at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

ESPN analyst believes Rob Dillingham is 'most skilled' player in 2024 NBA Draft

Alec Lasley
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Jan 31, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard (15) handles the ball during the second half against the Florida Gators at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Reed Sheppard 'the favorite' to be selected by this western conference team

Alec Lasley
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Jan 17, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guards Rob Dillingham (0) and Reed Sheppard (15) stand on the court while a free throw is shot during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Where Kentucky players land in final ESPN top-100 NBA Draft big board

Alec Lasley
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Mar 6, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA;  Kentucky Wildcats guard Rob Dillingham (0) drives to the basket during the second half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Rob Dillingham on verge of 'fulfilling the requirements' necessary to be selected in NBA Draft

Alec Lasley
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Mar 6, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard (15) fives forward Aaron Bradshaw (2) during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard among NBA Draft Green Room invitees

Alec Lasley
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Jan 17, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guards Rob Dillingham (0) and Reed Sheppard (15) stand on the court while a free throw is shot during the second half against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky duo named 'best of' NBA draft picks at specific skills

Alec Lasley
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Nov 28, 2023; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Former Kentucky Wildcats and NBA player John Wall is recognized during the second half between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Miami (Fl) Hurricanes at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

John Wall on new Kentucky coach Mark Pope: 'I’m always going to support the school'

Alec Lasley
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Mar 6, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard (15) fives forward Aaron Bradshaw (2) during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

'Several teams' have former Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard ranked as top prospect in NBA Draft

Alec Lasley
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SEC Basketball Tournament - Quarterfinals

Rob Dillingham could slip down draft boards after the NBA Draft Combine

Josh Yourish
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Jan 17, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guards Rob Dillingham (0) and Reed

Pair of Kentucky guards 'under consideration' for top pick in 2024 NBA Draft

Alec Lasley
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Former Kentucky basketball player and new head coach Mark Pope

Mark Pope waiting for NBA Combine decisions to round out Kentucky’s roster

Josh Yourish
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Mar 15, 2024; Nashville, TN, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) celebrates his three

NBA Draft analyst has former Kentucky guard 'inching closer' to first round grade

Alec Lasley
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Feb 10, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard (15) shoots the ball

3 best fits for former Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard following NBA Draft lottery

Alec Lasley
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Jan 17, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guards Rob Dillingham (0) and Reed

Two Kentucky players earn 'Top 10' ranking ahead of NBA Combine

Alec Lasley
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Apr 22, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) shoots over Los Angeles

Watch: Former Kentucky standout Jamal Murray hits crazy game-winner in Game 2

Alec Lasley
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Kentucky Wildcats guard Reed Sheppard (15)

3 best NBA landing spots for Reed Sheppard to excel in the league

Josh Yourish
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Kentucky Wildcats head coach John Calipari

Reed Sheppard had a choice between his family’s past and his own future and he made the right one

Josh Yourish
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Apr 5, 2022; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) against Phoenix

Kentucky leads Team USA with three selections for 2024 Paris Olympics

Alec Lasley
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Kentucky Wildcats guards Rob Dillingham (0) and Reed Sheppard (15)

3 Kentucky basketball players who probably won’t be back next season

Josh Yourish
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Kentucky Wildcats guards Rob Dillingham (0) and Reed Sheppard (15)

3 Kentucky NBA Draft prospects who can rise or fall in the SEC Tournament

Josh Yourish
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Mar 13, 2010; Nashville, TN, USA: Kentucky Wildcats forward Demarcus Cousins in a game against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half of the third round of the SEC tournament at the Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Don McPeak-USA TODAY Sports.

Kentucky basketball’s 5 biggest NBA busts

Richard Laird
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Kentucky basketball: Rebounding could get Oscar Tshiebwe on an NBA roster

Mat Mlodzinski
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Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky basketball: Summer League a perfect opportunity for 4 Wildcats

Mat Mlodzinski
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