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Illinois coach Bret Bielema disputes a call in the first quarter of the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Bret Bielema's random shot at the SEC should give Kentucky Football fans a good laugh

Lane Mills

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Mark Pope's job may be under more pressure in the national eye than Kentucky fans think

Lane Mills

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11:30 AM CDT

5 SEC matchups that stand out as must-see-TV for Kentucky Basketball fans this season

Drew Holbrook

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9:30 AM CDT

Kansas throwing a bag at Tyran Stokes may ironically be the reason Kentucky beats them

Lane Mills

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Jul 27, 2026

Kentucky basketball head coach Mark Pope gives an update on the upcoming 2026-27 season during a press conference in Lexington, Kentucky July 24, 2026.

Predicting Kentucky Basketball's non-conference record in the middle of the summer

Lane Mills

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Jul 27, 2026

Mar 28, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Willie Cauley-Stein (15) guards Notre Dame Fighting Irish guard Jerian Grant (22) during the first half in the finals of the midwest regional of the 2015 NCAA Tournament at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

One forgotten rivalry stands out as a must-bring-back to spice up Kentucky's schedule

Lane Mills

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Jul 25, 2026

University of Louisville Executive Director of Player Personnel and Recruiting Vince Marrow spoke about his recruiting philosophy during a press conference on Monday morning. June 20, 2025.

Vince Marrow's latest anti-Kentucky tirade is proof that there's no love left to lose

Lane Mills

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Jul 24, 2026

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

Lane Mills

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Jul 24, 2026

Nightrydas Ryan Hampton (8) moves past defenders during the Drive Nation and Nightrydas semifinal basketball game at the 2026 Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, S.C., on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Drive Nation won 62-48 and will advance to the championship tomorrow.

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

Lane Mills

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Jul 24, 2026

Nov 17, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Washington Huskies center Franck Kepnang (11) reacts after making a play against the Xavier Musketeers during the second half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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Jul 23, 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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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Jul 21, 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

Lane Mills

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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

Drew Holbrook

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Jul 20, 2026

Dec 3, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head football coach Will Stein speaks during his introductory press conference at Nutter Field House. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Kentucky's brutal track record with 5-star recruits is something Will Stein must fix fast

Lane Mills

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Jul 17, 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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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Jul 15, 2026

Nov 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Cade Tyson (10) celebrates against the Alcorn State Braves during the first half at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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

Lane Mills

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Jul 15, 2026

Nov 19, 2022; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis (7) throws a pass during the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Kentucky's Kroger Field isn't getting near enough credit amongst other SEC stadiums

Lane Mills

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Jul 15, 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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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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

Lane Mills

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Jul 13, 2026

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