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Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

The Student News Site of University of Kentucky

Kentucky Kernel

Mark Pope recognizes a reporter during his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Kentucky, Mark Pope schedule Division-II national champions Minnesota State for exhibition

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

Mark Pope and his newly assembled Kentucky men’s basketball team have their first exhibition game of the 2024-2025 season set as ESPN’s Myron Medcalf reported on Kentucky Sports Radio (KSR) that the...

Jaxson Robinson after committing to Kentucky. Image sourced from Instagram @j4xsonn

Kentucky basketball’s Jaxson Robinson likely to be cornerstone on new team

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter July 16, 2024

When it comes to stepping on the hardwood, hanging out in the locker room or simply watching film, one of the most important assets to a college basketball team is the relationship between a head coach...

Fans hold up signs before Mark Pope’s introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

‘The chemistry is really good.’ Kentucky basketball stars discuss summer practice

Cole Parke, Sports Editor July 11, 2024

In mid April, Kentucky men’s basketball was put into an interesting predicament. When hall of fame head coach John Calipari opted to use the cover of night — and chicken tender money — to...

Mark Pope greets fans at his introductory press conference as the new head coach of Kentucky men’s basketball on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Kentucky men’s basketball unveils complete non-conference schedule for 2024-25

Cole Parke, Sports Editor July 11, 2024

Kentucky men’s basketball unveiled its complete 2024-25 non-conference schedule early Thursday morning. The slate, which features four “power five” (Big East in place of Pac-12) opponents...

Kerr Kriisa after committing to Kentucky. Image sourced from Instagram @kkriisa

Former West Virginia guard Kerr Kriisa primed to be a key leader on 2024-25 Kentucky roster

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter July 6, 2024

Kentucky men’s basketball had no choice but to completely restructure its 2024-25 roster through the transfer portal after seven players transferred out, three graduated and four declared for the NBA...

Kentucky head coach John Calipari, left, pleads with guard Rob Dillingham (0) as he walks to the bench during the No. 2 Kentucky vs. No. 7 Texas A&M mens basketball game in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on Friday, March 15, 2024, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Kentucky lost 97-87. Photo by Samuel Colmar | Staff

COLUMN: Minnesota was the perfect landing spot for Kentucky’s Rob Dillingham

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter June 28, 2024

When former Kentucky guard Rob Dillingham was drafted eighth overall to the San Antonio Spurs in the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday night, his fortunes quickly changed. Instead of landing in San Antonio...

Kentucky freshman guard Justin Edwards speaks to reporters during the mens basketball media day press conference on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, at the Joe Craft Center in Lexington, Kentucky. Photo by Brady Saylor | Staff

Former five-star prospect Justin Edwards signs two-way contract with Philadelphia 76ers

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter June 27, 2024

Former Kentucky forward Justin Edwards  signed a two-way contract with the NBA Philadelphia 76ers after going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft on Thursday. A two-way contract indicated that Edwards'...

Kentucky Wildcats guard Antonio Reeves (12) holds the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 72-67. Photo by Jack Weaver | Staff

Kentucky veteran Antonio Reeves drafted No. 47 overall in NBA Draft

Tyler Russell, Men's Basketball Beat Reporter June 27, 2024

Former Kentucky guard Antonio Reeves was drafted No. 47 overall by the Orlando Magic and traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft on Thursday. The 6-foot, 5-inch...

Kentucky guard Rob Dillingham looks at his coach during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 94-91. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Kentucky star Rob Dillingham drafted No. 8 overall in 2024 NBA Draft

Cole Parke, Sports Editor June 26, 2024

Kentucky men’s basketball star Rob Dillingham was selected No. 8 overall in the 2024 NBA Draft by the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday before being traded to Minnesota. Dillingham was the second...

Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard dribbles the ball during the Kentucky vs. Florida mens’s basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky lost 94-91. Photo by Abbey Cutrer | Staff

Kentucky’s own Reed Sheppard drafted No. 3 overall in 2024 NBA Draft

Cole Parke, Sports Editor June 26, 2024

Kentucky’s own Reed Sheppard was selected No. 3 overall in the 2024 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets on Wednesday, becoming the first Wildcat to hear his name called in the draft. Sheppard...

Kentucky Wildcats forward Bam Adebayo slams home a dunk against the North Carolina Tar Heels during the 2017 NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament South Regional Elite 8 at FedExForum in Memphis, TN on Friday March 24, 2017. Photo by Michael Reaves | Staff

CATS IN THE PROS: Former Wildcat Bam Adebayo signs three-year extension with Miami Heat

Cole Parke, Sports Editor June 26, 2024

Former Kentucky Wildcat Bam Adebayo signed a three-year $166 million dollar extension with the Miami Heat on Wednesday afternoon, with the deal being made public hours before the beginning of the 2024...

Kentucky guard Antonio Reeves watches on during the No. 6 Kentucky vs. Missouri mens basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024, at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Kentucky won 90-77. Photo by Isaiah Pinto | Staff

NBA DRAFT PREVIEW: Antonio Reeves hopes to fulfill his dream following humble beginnings

Cole Parke, Sports Editor June 26, 2024

With the NBA Draft rapidly approaching, one of several former Kentucky Wildcats hoping to hear their name called is veteran Antonio Reeves. Averaging 20.2 points per game in 2023-24 and scoring...

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