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Kentucky Kernel

Kentucky Wildcats mascot Wildcat cheers as he watches the Kentucky vs. Purdue Fort Wayne women’s basketball game on Monday, Nov. 18, 2024, at Historical Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 79—67. Photo by Will Luckett | Staff

Kentucky men’s and women’s basketball programs usher in new era with combined 10-0 start

Jenna Lifshen and Tyler Russell November 25, 2024

The new era of Kentucky basketball is in full swing and has Big Blue Nation feeling alive again. The men's and women's programs have jumped out to a combined 10-0 start for the first time since...

Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) takes a three-point attempt during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb on  Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 97-68. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball sharpshooter Koby Brea leads NCAA Division-I in 3-point percentage

Isaiah Pinto, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 25, 2024

Currently, Kentucky guard Koby Brea leads the NCAA in 3-point percentage. First year Head Coach Mark Pope handpicked Brea in the transfer portal, which played perfectly into Pope’s 3-point tailored...

Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope high-fives fans after the basketball game vs. Lipscomb on  Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 97-68. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky climbs one spot in Week 4 AP Top 25 Poll after 2-0 week

Cole Parke, Sports Editor November 25, 2024

Kentucky men’s basketball rose to the No. 8 slot in the Week 4 AP Top 25 men’s basketball poll on Monday after convincing wins over Lipscomb and Jackson State. The Wildcats, who jumped into...

Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) jumps into the air for a rebound during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb on  Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 97-68. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball defense shines in Lipscomb vicory

Isaiah Pinto, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 25, 2024

This season, the No. 8 Kentucky Wildcats have garnered a lot of glory for their offensive prowess but their defense must not be overlooked.  Prior to Kentucky’s matchup with Lipscomb, the Cats averaged...

Kentucky Wildcats guard Ortega Oweh celebrates after scoring during the basketball game vs. Jackson State on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball stays perfect, blows by Jackson State 108-59

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 23, 2024

No. 9 Kentucky men’s basketball (5-0) defeated the Jackson State Tigers (0-5) 108-59 on Friday night inside of Rupp Arena.  The Cats rolled out their familiar starting lineup consisting of Andrew...

Kentucky Wildcats guard Ortega Oweh celebrates after scoring during the basketball game vs. Jackson State on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

PHOTOS: No. 9 Kentucky defeats Jackson State 108-59

Christian Kantosky, Assistant Photo Editor November 22, 2024

No. 9 Kentucky cruised its way to a 108-59 victory over Jackson State on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.

PODCAST: Kernel at the Buzzer: A New Era

Colton Johnson, Sports Podcast Host November 22, 2024

Welcome back to Kernel at the Buzzer. This week, host Colton Johnson is joined by Sports Editor Cole Parke and reporter Kai McClelland as they break down Kentucky men's basketball's win over Lipscomb....

Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) celebrates with Kentucky Wildcats center Amari Williams (22) after defeating Duke during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena  in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Kentucky men’s basketball star Jaxson Robinson puts together statement showing versus Lipscomb

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 21, 2024

No. 9 Kentucky men’s basketball (4-0) stayed hot on Tuesday night, defeating the Lipscomb Bisons (2-4) 97-68.  Despite taking down one of the most ferocious teams in the country, No. 6 Duke,...

Kentucky Wildcats guard Kerr Kriisa (77) celebrates after drawing a charging foul during the basketball game vs. Duke on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, at State Farm Arena  in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

RIVALRY RENEWED: Kentucky and Duke men’s basketball reignite famed college rivalry

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 20, 2024

One of the most prestigious rivalries in all of sports: Kentucky versus Duke.  A simple matchup that has years of blood, sweat and hatred injected into it.  The two “blue bloods” have reigned...

Lipscomb Bisons forward Dylan Faulkner (15) blocks Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 97-68. Photo by Christian Kantosky | Assistant Photo Editor

PHOTOS: No. 9 Kentucky Men’s basketball defeats Lipscomb 97 – 68

Matthew Mueller and Christian Kantosky November 19, 2024

No. 9 Kentucky Men's basketball cruised to a 97-68 victory over Lipscomb, outscoring them in both halves and improving their record to 4-0, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky.

Kentucky Wildcats guard Jaxson Robinson (2) high-fives Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) and Kentucky Wildcats forward Brandon Garrison (10) after making a three-point shot during the basketball game vs. Lipscomb Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

AT THE BUZZER: No. 9 Kentucky men’s basketball conquers Lipscomb 97-68

Cole Parke, Sports Editor November 19, 2024

LEXINGTON, Ky. - No. 9 Kentucky men's basketball took care of business Tuesday night inside Rupp Arena, beating Lipscomb 97-68. Kentucky's win followed its biggest of the season as it bested then No....

Kentucky Wildcats forward Andrew Carr (7) celebrates after making a and-one shot during the basketball game vs. Duke on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at State Farm Arena  in Atlanta , Georgia . Kentucky won 77-72 Photo by Matthew Mueller | Photo Editor

Andrew Carr leads Kentucky men’s basketball to 77-72 win over No. 6 Duke

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter November 19, 2024

No. 19 Kentucky men’s basketball prevailed as underdogs on Tuesday night, defeating No. 6 Duke in the 2024 State Farm Champions Classic 77-72.  Kentucky’s Andrew Carr led the Cats in points, scoring...

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