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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

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

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

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

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 8, 2026

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

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

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

The biggest Transfer Portal need Mark Pope must address is glaringly obvious

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 5, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores guard Tyler Tanner (3) dunks during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

3 intriguing scorers Kentucky must be aggressive in landing in the Transfer Portal

Alex Frank

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Apr 5, 2026

Delaware Hens guard Christian Bliss (00) dribbles during the NCAA college basketball game against Middle Tennessee on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, at The Bob Carpenter Sports Convocation Center in Newark, Delaware.Delaware Hens guard Christian Bliss (00) dribbles during the NCAA college basketball game against Middle Tennessee on Feb. 7, 2026, at The Bob Carpenter Center in Newark.

5 early Transfer Portal targets emerging for Mark Pope to lock in on

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 4, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope reacts 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

Predicting Kentucky basketball's Transfer Portal commits coming next week

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 4, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) shoots as Iowa State Cyclones forward Blake Buchanan (23) defends during the first half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

Following an inconsistent career, Brandon Garrison officially bails on Kentucky

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 3, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Collin Chandler (5) reacts after making a three point shot against the Santa Clara Broncos during the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Updating Kentucky basketball stay or go decisions as the Transfer Portal looms

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 3, 2026

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

Mark Pope tries to make an impression a massive 2027 recruit with in home visit

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 2, 2026

Mar 30, 2026; Goodyear, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes during the McDonalds All American Jam Fest at Millennium High School. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Tyran Stokes’ post should push Kentucky and Mark Pope to move on

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 1, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; San Diego, CA, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self reacts in the second half against the St. John's Red Storm during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Viejas Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Kentucky's Tyran Stokes pursuit just hit a Bill Self speed bump

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 1, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; Spokane, Washington, USA; San Francisco Dons guard Tyrone Riley IV (5) celebrate a three-pointer against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the first half at McCarthey Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

Kentucky's Tyrone Riley IV interest reveals Mark Pope's massive roster building flaw

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 1, 2026

West guard Jason Crowe Jr. (5) shoots the ball as East guard Deron Rippey Jr. defends during the McDonald's All-American boys high school basketball game featuring all of the top seniors in the country at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, on March 31, 2026.

How Kentucky basketball targets fared at the McDonald's All-American game

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 1, 2026

Mar 31, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Tyran Stokes (4) celebrates during the McDonalds All American Boys Game at Desert Diamond Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Tyran Stokes' wild and winding recruitment nears its final destination...maybe

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 1, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Central Arkansas Bears guard Camren Hunter (1) shoots over Vanderbilt Commodores forward Tyler Nickel (5) during the first half at Memorial Gymnasium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Camren Hunter's Wisconsin flameout is a caution sign for Kentucky

Drew Holbrook

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Apr 1, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats guard Collin Chandler (5) shoots during the second 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

Breaking down the latest rumors surrounding Kentucky basketball

Drew Holbrook

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Mar 31, 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

Forget the fancy analytics Mark Pope must recruit guys who can do 1 simple thing

Drew Holbrook

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Mar 30, 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 refuses to back down in the recruitment of G League's Dink Pate

Drew Holbrook

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Mar 28, 2026

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