Author: Theophilus Sunday
In 2014, Arkansas fans pulled off what could be considered one of the most ridiculous pranks in SEC basketball history — and it all started with a simple, yet highly questionable, decision by Kentucky walk-on Sam Malone. Leading up to the Wildcats’ matchup with the Razorbacks in Fayetteville, Arkansas student section leader John Nabors had an idea. With his eyes set on messing with Kentucky’s star, Willie Cauley-Stein, Nabors dug through social media and found a screenshot of a walk-on’s phone number, which was accidentally shared publicly. Nabors, seeing an opportunity, texted the number, pretending to be a UK volleyball…
Andrew Carr is a game-time decision for Kentucky’s matchup against Mississippi State tonight, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his status update. The fifth-year forward was listed as “questionable” on Friday’s SEC Availability Report, with no specific reason provided for his uncertain status. Whether due to an injury or illness, Carr’s availability will remain unclear until roughly two hours before tipoff, when the SEC will issue its final update. Carr has been a key contributor for Kentucky this season, averaging 11.1 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game while shooting an impressive 53.3 percent from the field. The 6-foot-11 forward has…
Welcome back, Jaxson Robinson! The fifth-year senior delivered a statement performance in the first half of Kentucky’s battle against Mississippi State, showcasing why he’s one of the Wildcats’ key veterans. Robinson led the charge with 16 points on an efficient 5-6 shooting, including a scorching 4-5 from beyond the arc. He also contributed three rebounds and an assist, helping Kentucky edge out a 49-44 lead in what has been a tightly contested matchup in Starkville. Robinson’s resurgence comes at the perfect time. After enduring a cold streak, his shooting display lit a spark for the Wildcats. Joining him in making…
It’s back, Kentucky fans— that bright orange ball that’s been nothing short of a headache for the Wildcats. The Wilson EVO NXT ball, used exclusively in high-profile NCAA events like the Tournament, has returned for tonight’s game against Mississippi State, and the track record with this ball is far from reassuring. Kentucky’s struggles with the EVO NXT have been well-documented. In the 2023-2024 season, the Wildcats shot a dismal 35.6 percent from three while using the ball, including a particularly brutal 18.2 percent in their loss to Ohio State. Free throws also suffered, dipping from a solid 79 percent to…
In a thrilling SEC showdown, the No. 6 Kentucky Wildcats bounced back from a tough loss earlier in the week, edging out No. 14 Mississippi State 95-90 on the road Saturday night. The victory marks another chapter in a dominant regular season streak over the Bulldogs, with Kentucky now owning 19 straight wins in this matchup. The game’s biggest story was Jaxson Robinson, who delivered a breakout performance with 27 points, shooting 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. The BYU transfer played a key role in keeping the Wildcats’ offense firing on all cylinders, helping them to an impressive 55.7% shooting…
Mark Pope, head coach of the Kentucky Wildcats, reached a significant career milestone on Saturday night. With Kentucky’s thrilling 95-90 victory over Mississippi State in Starkville, Pope secured his 200th career coaching win. In his 10th year as a head coach, Pope now has 200 wins to his name, including 133 from his four seasons at Utah Valley (2015-2019) and 162 during his five years at BYU (2019-2024). This victory marked his 13th win at Kentucky, but its importance was not lost on the coach, who downplayed the personal achievement in his postgame comments. “I mean, that’s great. That’s like…
In a thrilling 95-90 victory at Humphrey Coliseum on Saturday, the Kentucky Wildcats continued their dominance over Mississippi State, extending their regular season winning streak against the Bulldogs to 19 games. After a disappointing perimeter shooting performance in their loss to Georgia earlier in the week, Kentucky found their rhythm from beyond the arc, with 16 three-pointers on 32 attempts playing a pivotal role in the upset. Jaxson Robinson led the charge with a standout performance, knocking down 7-of-10 three-pointers en route to a game-high 27 points. The BYU transfer helped Kentucky build an early 14-point lead in the second…
Mississippi State fans packed Humphrey Coliseum with excitement, eagerly anticipating a massive upset in their Top 15 SEC matchup against Kentucky. The atmosphere was electric, with students camping out for nearly 24 hours to secure the best seats for what they hoped would be a historic victory. However, it was Kentucky that emerged victorious, pulling off a thrilling 95-90 win in a game that had plenty of drama and a touch of payback. In a memorable postgame moment, Kentucky players, led by Ansley Almonor, found a unique way to celebrate their win. After the game, Almonor came across a local…
Jaxson Robinson delivered a standout performance in No. 6 Kentucky’s 95-90 victory over No. 14 Mississippi State, helping the Wildcats rebound from a tough loss to Georgia. Robinson, who had struggled in Kentucky’s previous game, poured in a season-high 27 points, just one shy of his career-best. The senior guard shot 9-12 from the field and 7-10 from three-point range, tying the record for the most three-pointers ever made against Mississippi State. In the postgame interview, Robinson gave credit to his teammates for their collective effort, especially in responding to Coach Mark Pope’s emphasis on rebounding. He highlighted the contributions…
The No. 6 Kentucky Wildcats secured a hard-fought 95-90 victory over No. 14 Mississippi State on the road, but for head coach Mark Pope, the night wasn’t just about basketball. After the final buzzer at Humphrey Coliseum, Pope took time to connect with the Kentucky faithful in the stands, creating a moment that will be remembered far beyond the game itself. A small but passionate group of Big Blue Nation supporters cheered on the Wildcats in Starkville, Mississippi, and Pope made it a priority to thank them for their unwavering support. Among the crowd was a young man attending Mississippi…