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Michael Kidd-Gilchrist shines in Sweet 16 win over Indiana

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist bounded off the court past screaming, adoring fans and popped his jersey to display “KENTUCKY” even more prominently. “How sweet it is!” Kidd-Gilchrist called out, a ringing endorsement for the beauty of a game that played out well past midnight on Friday. Both UK and Indiana turned in a splendid performance — but [...]

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Quick recap: Cats advance to Elite 8 with 102-90 win over the Hoosiers

UK beats Indiana 102-90 to advance to the Elite Eight against Baylor on Sunday at 2:20 p.m.

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3 things we learned: UK 102, IU 90

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3 things we learned: UK 102, IU 90

The Cats led at halftime — without their most important player.

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PHOTOS: UK fans in Atlanta

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PHOTOS: UK fans in Atlanta
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Behind the Scenes: Atlanta’s Georgia Dome, pre-Sweet 16

Cellphone photos taken by sports columnist Aaron Smith.

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UK vs. IU: 3 things to watch

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UK vs. IU: 3 things to watch

Three things to watch in UK’s Sweet 16 rematch with Indiana (tip-off 9:45 on CBS).

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Cats preparing for marquee Sweet 16 contest

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Cats preparing for marquee Sweet 16 contest

UK is one win from being three wins away from the ultimate goal.

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ESPN reports Michael Kidd-Gilchrist to declare for NBA draft

ESPN’s NBA draft guru Chad Ford reported Thursday that UK freshman forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist will move on to the NBA following this season with the Cats.

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Full transcript of players, Calipari previewing Sweet 16

A transcript of UK’s press conference in Atlanta, via the NCAA: THE MODERATOR:  We’ll take questions for the Kentucky student‑athletes.  If you have a question, raise your hand.  We’ll start here on the right.   Q.  Guys, what have you learned from your two losses this year? DARIUS MILLER:  I think one thing that we [...]

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Calipari downplays revenge angle of Indiana rematch

Word has spread through fans around UK’s campus saying that this rematch between Indiana and UK won’t be much of a competition. Some argue that with the Cats’ reaction from their last meeting, they will come back and be ready so they’re going to beat the Hoosiers — easily — but UK head coach John [...]

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