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Why does Kentucky basketball still not have a 2026 recruiting commitment?
Mark Pope’s Kentucky program still doesn’t have a commitment from the 2026 recruiting class.
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Kentucky basketball still doesn't have a recruiting commitment from the 2026 class.
Why is this the case? And how much does it matter for Mark Pope's program?
A deep dive into what UK's lack of 2026 recruiting success, so far, means: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Why is this the case? And how much does it matter for Mark Pope's program?
A deep dive into what UK's lack of 2026 recruiting success, so far, means: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
At a time when UK basketball needs everyone to elevate their game, Brandon Garrison is doing just that.
Garrison’s performance in a win over Oklahoma was the best of his college career, and a possible sign that he’s turned a corner in his junior year: ⬇️
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Garrison’s performance in a win over Oklahoma was the best of his college career, and a possible sign that he’s turned a corner in his junior year: ⬇️
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Brandon Garrison is finding his groove at a crucial time for UK basketball
Kentucky junior forward posts the best statistical game of his college career in home win over Oklahoma.
www.kentucky.com
February 5, 2026 at 1:53 PM
At a time when UK basketball needs everyone to elevate their game, Brandon Garrison is doing just that.
Garrison’s performance in a win over Oklahoma was the best of his college career, and a possible sign that he’s turned a corner in his junior year: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Garrison’s performance in a win over Oklahoma was the best of his college career, and a possible sign that he’s turned a corner in his junior year: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Kentucky basketball coasts to its 7th win in 8 games with a big home result over a struggling Oklahoma team.
The Wildcats' stretch run in the SEC begins with a comfortable win over the Sooners:
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The Wildcats' stretch run in the SEC begins with a comfortable win over the Sooners:
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Kentucky offense takes care of business in 16-point win over Oklahoma
Kentucky got hot from deep in the first half and finished off Oklahoma in the second half to improve to 7-3 in SEC play.
www.kentucky.com
February 5, 2026 at 4:18 AM
Kentucky basketball coasts to its 7th win in 8 games with a big home result over a struggling Oklahoma team.
The Wildcats' stretch run in the SEC begins with a comfortable win over the Sooners:
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The Wildcats' stretch run in the SEC begins with a comfortable win over the Sooners:
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Brandon Garrison has his first double-double as a Kentucky Wildcat.
16 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists tonight for Garrison in what's probably been the best game of his three-year college career.
16 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists tonight for Garrison in what's probably been the best game of his three-year college career.
February 5, 2026 at 4:06 AM
Brandon Garrison has his first double-double as a Kentucky Wildcat.
16 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists tonight for Garrison in what's probably been the best game of his three-year college career.
16 points, 10 rebounds and 3 assists tonight for Garrison in what's probably been the best game of his three-year college career.
In fact, Oweh is actually one of only 12 players in D1 hoops with this distinction.
Otega Oweh crosses the 10-point threshold again for Kentucky.
Oweh remains one of 14 players in Division I men's basketball to score at least 10 points in each of his teams' games this season.
Oweh remains one of 14 players in Division I men's basketball to score at least 10 points in each of his teams' games this season.
February 5, 2026 at 3:30 AM
In fact, Oweh is actually one of only 12 players in D1 hoops with this distinction.
Otega Oweh crosses the 10-point threshold again for Kentucky.
Oweh remains one of 14 players in Division I men's basketball to score at least 10 points in each of his teams' games this season.
Oweh remains one of 14 players in Division I men's basketball to score at least 10 points in each of his teams' games this season.
February 5, 2026 at 3:19 AM
Otega Oweh crosses the 10-point threshold again for Kentucky.
Oweh remains one of 14 players in Division I men's basketball to score at least 10 points in each of his teams' games this season.
Oweh remains one of 14 players in Division I men's basketball to score at least 10 points in each of his teams' games this season.
With 9 made 3-pointers so far tonight, this marks UK's most made 3s in a game since the Jan. 17 road win at Tennessee.
For just the 4th time this season in 16 games against high-major opponents, Kentucky basketball leads at the break.
UK rides a strong opening half from beyond the 3-point line to lead Oklahoma at halftime, 43-32.
Cats made 9 first-half 3-pointers tonight.
UK rides a strong opening half from beyond the 3-point line to lead Oklahoma at halftime, 43-32.
Cats made 9 first-half 3-pointers tonight.
February 5, 2026 at 2:55 AM
With 9 made 3-pointers so far tonight, this marks UK's most made 3s in a game since the Jan. 17 road win at Tennessee.
For just the 4th time this season in 16 games against high-major opponents, Kentucky basketball leads at the break.
UK rides a strong opening half from beyond the 3-point line to lead Oklahoma at halftime, 43-32.
Cats made 9 first-half 3-pointers tonight.
UK rides a strong opening half from beyond the 3-point line to lead Oklahoma at halftime, 43-32.
Cats made 9 first-half 3-pointers tonight.
February 5, 2026 at 2:52 AM
For just the 4th time this season in 16 games against high-major opponents, Kentucky basketball leads at the break.
UK rides a strong opening half from beyond the 3-point line to lead Oklahoma at halftime, 43-32.
Cats made 9 first-half 3-pointers tonight.
UK rides a strong opening half from beyond the 3-point line to lead Oklahoma at halftime, 43-32.
Cats made 9 first-half 3-pointers tonight.
We are barely 4 minutes into tonight's game and Andrija Jelavic has already matched his career high with 2 made 3-pointers.
February 5, 2026 at 2:14 AM
We are barely 4 minutes into tonight's game and Andrija Jelavic has already matched his career high with 2 made 3-pointers.
Starters for Kentucky vs. Oklahoma at Rupp Arena.
February 5, 2026 at 1:52 AM
Starters for Kentucky vs. Oklahoma at Rupp Arena.
Top-ranked class of 2027 recruit CJ Rosser taking in warmups at Rupp Arena ahead of Kentucky - Oklahoma
February 5, 2026 at 1:25 AM
Top-ranked class of 2027 recruit CJ Rosser taking in warmups at Rupp Arena ahead of Kentucky - Oklahoma
This is Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kentucky (15-7 overall, 6-3 in SEC) looks to follow up its best win of the season against Porter Moser's Oklahoma (11-11, 1-8).
The Sooners have lost 8 straight.
Jayden Quaintance is out tonight for UK for an eighth straight game.
Kentucky (15-7 overall, 6-3 in SEC) looks to follow up its best win of the season against Porter Moser's Oklahoma (11-11, 1-8).
The Sooners have lost 8 straight.
Jayden Quaintance is out tonight for UK for an eighth straight game.
February 5, 2026 at 12:36 AM
This is Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.
Kentucky (15-7 overall, 6-3 in SEC) looks to follow up its best win of the season against Porter Moser's Oklahoma (11-11, 1-8).
The Sooners have lost 8 straight.
Jayden Quaintance is out tonight for UK for an eighth straight game.
Kentucky (15-7 overall, 6-3 in SEC) looks to follow up its best win of the season against Porter Moser's Oklahoma (11-11, 1-8).
The Sooners have lost 8 straight.
Jayden Quaintance is out tonight for UK for an eighth straight game.
Given the way the Arkansas game unfolded, this information may be of interest.
Tonight's game officials at Rupp Arena: Wil Howard, Ron Groover, A.J. Desai
Tonight's game officials at Rupp Arena: Wil Howard, Ron Groover, A.J. Desai
February 5, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Given the way the Arkansas game unfolded, this information may be of interest.
Tonight's game officials at Rupp Arena: Wil Howard, Ron Groover, A.J. Desai
Tonight's game officials at Rupp Arena: Wil Howard, Ron Groover, A.J. Desai
The updated game day injury report is out for Kentucky - Oklahoma.
No changes.
The Sooners are fully healthy. The Wildcats are missing 3 players, headlined by Jayden Quaintance: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
No changes.
The Sooners are fully healthy. The Wildcats are missing 3 players, headlined by Jayden Quaintance: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
What is Kentucky basketball’s injury outlook for Oklahoma game?
The latest injury news for UK basketball ahead of SEC home game against Oklahoma.
www.kentucky.com
February 5, 2026 at 12:14 AM
The updated game day injury report is out for Kentucky - Oklahoma.
No changes.
The Sooners are fully healthy. The Wildcats are missing 3 players, headlined by Jayden Quaintance: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
No changes.
The Sooners are fully healthy. The Wildcats are missing 3 players, headlined by Jayden Quaintance: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The top-ranked class of 2027 basketball recruit is expected to be at Rupp Arena tonight.
CJ Rosser — the No. 1 overall prospect in the high school junior class — is visiting Kentucky and is set to watch the Wildcats face Oklahoma: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
CJ Rosser — the No. 1 overall prospect in the high school junior class — is visiting Kentucky and is set to watch the Wildcats face Oklahoma: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The top-ranked high school basketball junior is on a visit to Kentucky
CJ Rosser, the top-ranked prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, is visiting UK basketball.
www.kentucky.com
February 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The top-ranked class of 2027 basketball recruit is expected to be at Rupp Arena tonight.
CJ Rosser — the No. 1 overall prospect in the high school junior class — is visiting Kentucky and is set to watch the Wildcats face Oklahoma: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
CJ Rosser — the No. 1 overall prospect in the high school junior class — is visiting Kentucky and is set to watch the Wildcats face Oklahoma: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Mark Pope wasn't expected to take over John Calipari's high school recruiting dominance when Pope became the UK coach.
But the Wildcats still don't have a 2026 commitment, and they're running out of time to land one.
“What does Kentucky want to be?" ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
But the Wildcats still don't have a 2026 commitment, and they're running out of time to land one.
“What does Kentucky want to be?" ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Why does Kentucky basketball still not have a 2026 recruiting commitment?
Mark Pope’s Kentucky program still doesn’t have a commitment from the 2026 recruiting class.
www.kentucky.com
February 4, 2026 at 8:29 PM
Mark Pope wasn't expected to take over John Calipari's high school recruiting dominance when Pope became the UK coach.
But the Wildcats still don't have a 2026 commitment, and they're running out of time to land one.
“What does Kentucky want to be?" ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
But the Wildcats still don't have a 2026 commitment, and they're running out of time to land one.
“What does Kentucky want to be?" ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Less than 90 days remain until this year's Kentucky Derby.
While plenty of prep races are still to be run, a few horses have already distinguished themselves with top performances.
It's early, but these horses could become Kentucky Derby contenders: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...
While plenty of prep races are still to be run, a few horses have already distinguished themselves with top performances.
It's early, but these horses could become Kentucky Derby contenders: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...
It’s early, but these horses are already Kentucky Derby contenders
An injury to Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Champion Ted Noffey has caused a major shakeup in the list of early Kentucky Derby contenders.
www.kentucky.com
February 4, 2026 at 2:33 PM
Less than 90 days remain until this year's Kentucky Derby.
While plenty of prep races are still to be run, a few horses have already distinguished themselves with top performances.
It's early, but these horses could become Kentucky Derby contenders: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...
While plenty of prep races are still to be run, a few horses have already distinguished themselves with top performances.
It's early, but these horses could become Kentucky Derby contenders: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/horse...
While Kentucky basketball's recruiting efforts with the 2026 class continue to sputter, the Wildcats are also keeping tabs on the class of 2027.
The top-ranked high school basketball junior in the nation will be at Rupp Arena tonight: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The top-ranked high school basketball junior in the nation will be at Rupp Arena tonight: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The top-ranked high school basketball junior is on a visit to Kentucky
CJ Rosser, the top-ranked prospect in the 2027 recruiting class, is visiting UK basketball.
www.kentucky.com
February 4, 2026 at 1:32 PM
While Kentucky basketball's recruiting efforts with the 2026 class continue to sputter, the Wildcats are also keeping tabs on the class of 2027.
The top-ranked high school basketball junior in the nation will be at Rupp Arena tonight: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The top-ranked high school basketball junior in the nation will be at Rupp Arena tonight: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Kentucky basketball still doesn't have a recruiting commitment from the 2026 class.
Why is this the case? And how much does it matter for Mark Pope's program?
A deep dive into what UK's lack of 2026 recruiting success, so far, means: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Why is this the case? And how much does it matter for Mark Pope's program?
A deep dive into what UK's lack of 2026 recruiting success, so far, means: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Why does Kentucky basketball still not have a 2026 recruiting commitment?
Mark Pope’s Kentucky program still doesn’t have a commitment from the 2026 recruiting class.
www.kentucky.com
February 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Kentucky basketball still doesn't have a recruiting commitment from the 2026 class.
Why is this the case? And how much does it matter for Mark Pope's program?
A deep dive into what UK's lack of 2026 recruiting success, so far, means: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Why is this the case? And how much does it matter for Mark Pope's program?
A deep dive into what UK's lack of 2026 recruiting success, so far, means: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
The SEC injury report is out.
Here's the injury outlook for Kentucky and Oklahoma ahead of Wednesday night's game at Rupp Arena: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Here's the injury outlook for Kentucky and Oklahoma ahead of Wednesday night's game at Rupp Arena: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
What is Kentucky basketball’s injury outlook for Oklahoma game?
The latest injury news for UK basketball ahead of SEC home game against Oklahoma.
www.kentucky.com
February 4, 2026 at 1:12 AM
The SEC injury report is out.
Here's the injury outlook for Kentucky and Oklahoma ahead of Wednesday night's game at Rupp Arena: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Here's the injury outlook for Kentucky and Oklahoma ahead of Wednesday night's game at Rupp Arena: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Tom Hart and Dane Bradshaw will have the TV broadcast of UK - Oklahoma on Wednesday night at Rupp Arena.
9 p.m. start time on ESPN2.
9 p.m. start time on ESPN2.
February 3, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Tom Hart and Dane Bradshaw will have the TV broadcast of UK - Oklahoma on Wednesday night at Rupp Arena.
9 p.m. start time on ESPN2.
9 p.m. start time on ESPN2.
On his weekly radio show, Mark Pope says that freshman forward Braydon Hawthorne sprained his ankle in practice today.
Pope also didn't rule out of the possibility of Hawthorne playing for the Wildcats at some point this season.
Hawthorne's redshirt is still in place.
Pope also didn't rule out of the possibility of Hawthorne playing for the Wildcats at some point this season.
Hawthorne's redshirt is still in place.
February 2, 2026 at 11:54 PM
On his weekly radio show, Mark Pope says that freshman forward Braydon Hawthorne sprained his ankle in practice today.
Pope also didn't rule out of the possibility of Hawthorne playing for the Wildcats at some point this season.
Hawthorne's redshirt is still in place.
Pope also didn't rule out of the possibility of Hawthorne playing for the Wildcats at some point this season.
Hawthorne's redshirt is still in place.
On his weekly radio show, Mark Pope mentions a slew of ways that UK changed things up to get rid of its slow starts.
Full-intensity practice segments. Shortened on-court prep during pregame warmups.
@benrobertshl.bsky.social has more on these changes: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Full-intensity practice segments. Shortened on-court prep during pregame warmups.
@benrobertshl.bsky.social has more on these changes: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Mark Pope tried something different to start the Arkansas game. And it worked
After a season filled with miserable starts, the UK staff mixed things up in preparation for the first few minutes of the win over Arkansas.
www.kentucky.com
February 2, 2026 at 11:09 PM
On his weekly radio show, Mark Pope mentions a slew of ways that UK changed things up to get rid of its slow starts.
Full-intensity practice segments. Shortened on-court prep during pregame warmups.
@benrobertshl.bsky.social has more on these changes: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Full-intensity practice segments. Shortened on-court prep during pregame warmups.
@benrobertshl.bsky.social has more on these changes: ⬇️
www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Reposted by Cameron Drummond
UK might not have upset No. 15 Arkansas without Trent Noah.
After weeks of waiting, the Kentucky kid "delivered" in the Cats' biggest win of the season.
"Life always isn’t how you want it to be. So you just gotta take the hand you’re dealt and make the best of it." www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
After weeks of waiting, the Kentucky kid "delivered" in the Cats' biggest win of the season.
"Life always isn’t how you want it to be. So you just gotta take the hand you’re dealt and make the best of it." www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
‘He delivered.’ Without Trent Noah, the Wildcats might not have beaten Arkansas
After weeks of waiting, Trent Noah came up big for Kentucky in an upset victory over No. 15 Arkansas on Saturday night.
www.kentucky.com
February 1, 2026 at 1:58 PM
UK might not have upset No. 15 Arkansas without Trent Noah.
After weeks of waiting, the Kentucky kid "delivered" in the Cats' biggest win of the season.
"Life always isn’t how you want it to be. So you just gotta take the hand you’re dealt and make the best of it." www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
After weeks of waiting, the Kentucky kid "delivered" in the Cats' biggest win of the season.
"Life always isn’t how you want it to be. So you just gotta take the hand you’re dealt and make the best of it." www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Reposted by Cameron Drummond
From last night:
Kentucky got hit with 3 technicals in 38 seconds. Bud Walton Arena was at fever pitch. The Cats could have caved right there. They didn't. What did it feel like?
"It felt like, ‘Man, these guys are here to fight.’" www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Kentucky got hit with 3 technicals in 38 seconds. Bud Walton Arena was at fever pitch. The Cats could have caved right there. They didn't. What did it feel like?
"It felt like, ‘Man, these guys are here to fight.’" www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
‘Man, these guys are here to fight.’ How Kentucky finished off No. 15 Arkansas
Mark Pope’s Wildcats set the tone against John Calipari’s Razorbacks, and UK ended up with its biggest victory of the season so far.
www.kentucky.com
February 1, 2026 at 1:54 PM
From last night:
Kentucky got hit with 3 technicals in 38 seconds. Bud Walton Arena was at fever pitch. The Cats could have caved right there. They didn't. What did it feel like?
"It felt like, ‘Man, these guys are here to fight.’" www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Kentucky got hit with 3 technicals in 38 seconds. Bud Walton Arena was at fever pitch. The Cats could have caved right there. They didn't. What did it feel like?
"It felt like, ‘Man, these guys are here to fight.’" www.kentucky.com/sports/colle...
Arkansas entered tonight's game against Kentucky averaging 20.2 fastbreak points per game.
The Razorbacks had just 2 of those in a loss to the Wildcats.
The Razorbacks had just 2 of those in a loss to the Wildcats.
Kentucky upsets Arkansas — and John Calipari — in a game plagued by technical fouls.
More from @benrobertshl.bsky.social from Fayetteville: ⬇️
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More from @benrobertshl.bsky.social from Fayetteville: ⬇️
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Kentucky upsets Arkansas (and John Calipari) in a game plagued by technical fouls
There were multiple altercations in the Kentucky-Arkansas game Saturday, and the Wildcats outlasted Arkansas in the second half.
www.kentucky.com
February 1, 2026 at 2:04 AM
Arkansas entered tonight's game against Kentucky averaging 20.2 fastbreak points per game.
The Razorbacks had just 2 of those in a loss to the Wildcats.
The Razorbacks had just 2 of those in a loss to the Wildcats.