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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.

Kentucky basketball is adding a very exciting game to the 2026-27 schedule

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 13, 2026

Jan 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Missouri Tigers forward Mark Mitchell (25) drives to the basket around Kentucky Wildcats forward Mouhamed Dioubate (23) during the first half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

With a leader emerging for Jaxon Kohler Mark Pope must go all in for Mark Mitchell

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 12, 2026

Thomas Haugh’s shock return to college hoops this season vaults him to the top of our preseason small forward rankings.

Ranking the Top 10 Small Forwards in Men’s College Basketball for 2026–27 Season

Kevin Sweeney

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Aug 12, 2026

Jan 7, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope motions to his players during the second half against the Missouri Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Mark Pope updates his thoughts on adding a 15th player to Kentucky's 2026-27 roster

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 11, 2026

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Feb 17, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Georgia Bulldogs center Somto Cyril (2) attempts to steal the ball from Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) during the first half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Two Kentucky Wildcats selected in a recent 2027 NBA Mock Draft

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 11, 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 shared a very exciting stat regarding Kentucky guard Alex Wilkins

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 11, 2026

Mar 20, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope looks on 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 basketball coach Mark Pope shares his biggest concern with his team

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 11, 2026

Jan 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Alijah Arenas (0) reacts against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the second half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Three Volatile 2027 NBA Draft Prospects Entering the College Basketball Season

Jed Katz

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Aug 10, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Washington Huskies guard Zoom Diallo (5) shoots a free throw against the Southern California Trojans during the overtime at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Will Zoom Diallo be a top 20-point guard in college basketball this season?

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 10, 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

Kentucky coach Mark Pope shared in which area his team improved the most this summer

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 9, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Pryce Sandfort (21) reacts against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center.

Who are the Top Perimeter Shooters in the 2027 NBA Draft Class?

Randall Sweet

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Aug 7, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope directs his team against the South Carolina Gamecocks during the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

A star was born in summer practice for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 7, 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

Thursday's open practice revealed some good injury news for the Kentucky Wildcats

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 7, 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.

Mark Pope talks the new 5-for-5 ruling and opportunities it has presented

Wyatt Huff

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Aug 7, 2026

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope walks onto the court Thursday, March 27, 2025, during practice ahead of the Sweet 16 March Madness tournament game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Kentucky basketball held an open practice for fans on Thursday

Wyatt Huff

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Aug 6, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers guard Keyshawn Hall (7) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats at Neville Arena. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-Imagn Images

Is Keyshawn Hall a good fit for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats?

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 5, 2026

Mason Williams

Kentucky PG Zoom Diallo shared a crazy story about the work ethic of Mason Williams

Andrew Stefaniak

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Aug 5, 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

Kentucky basketball has dropped in this updated preseason top 25 ranking

Wyatt Huff

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Aug 5, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats center Malachi Moreno (24) spins to the basket around Vanderbilt Commodores forward Jalen Washington (13) during the second half at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

NBA Draft Scouting Report: Kentucky’s Malachi Moreno

Derek Parker

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Aug 8, 2026

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