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It wasn’t pretty by any means, but UNC got its act together late and made just enough plays to get a win at Rupp Arena for the first time since 2007. Derek Dixon hit a stepback three-pointer and a layup in the final minutes to give UNC the final advantage in a back-and-forth bout, surviving […]
Good morning, BBN! It’s a huge week for Kentucky Basketball. They begin with a big matchup against No. 16 UNC tonight at Rupp Arena. Shockingly, the game doesn’t start until 9:30 PM EST, and if you’re able to stay awake until then, you can watch it on ESPN. You have to win this game if […]
So the good news for Carolina basketball is that for the first time in a few years, this matchup against an SEC school won’t be following a long trip where the team played three games in a short span several thousand miles away from Chapel Hill. They took a week off before going to Fort […]
—NET Rankings Update (men’s): No. 9. —The Louisville men’s basketball team is holding strong at No. 6 in both major human polls this week. —Saturday was one of the ugliest days in the modern history of Kentucky football … which is saying something. —I don’t hate this. —Updated bowl projections for Louisville are here. —Kentucky […]
Maryland women’s basketball gave up its Thanksgiving turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes for a tropical trip to Puerto Rico, where it competed in its only multi-team event of the 2025-26 season. The Terps will head back to College Park thankful for an undefeated showing, following their win over No. 16 Kentucky with a pure domination […]
After a controlled victory over No. 16 Kentucky on Wednesday, No. 7 Maryland women’s basketball returns to the court for the second day in a row. The Terps celebrate Thanksgiving Day by taking on Hofstra in Puerto Rico. Thursday’s game will tip off at 3 p.m. from Coliseo Guillermo Angulo and will stream on FloHoops. […]
#19 Kentucky basketball came into Wednesday night’s game looking for a repeat of their last outing – a 42-point demolition of Loyola-MD. Playing Tennessee Tech just ahead of the holiday offered one last opportunity for a tune-up before hosting North Carolina next week. This Thanksgiving Eve matchup also featured the welcoming of a hometown hero […]
Maryland women’s basketball is spending its Thanksgiving on the sunny beaches of Carolina, Puerto Rico. The Terps should be waking up satisfied for tomorrow’s holiday after notching a massive non-conference win against the top-20 Kentucky Wildcats. Here are three takeaways from the win. Garzon and Smikle dominated Maryland led 8-0 without receiving much from two […]
After a relatively easy seven-game home slate, No. 7 Maryland women’s basketball needed to be tested in its first Top-25 matchup of the season. The Terps weren’t phased. Maryland hit the ground running and got out to a lead that it never gave up, defeating No. 16 Kentucky, 74-66, in Puerto Rico. “I thought it […]
Good morning, BBN! The Cats are back in action tonight as they take on Tennessee Tech at Rupp Arena at 7:00 PM ET. You can watch them on ESPN. Kentucky is coming off a big win over Loyola MD on Friday, and this will be its only game this week with Thanksgiving tomorrow. All of […]
In the era of the Transfer Portal, redshirting has become almost extinct. But for Kentucky freshman Braydon Hawthorne, it might be the smartest play on the board. Mark Pope revealed this week that the staff is deep in conversation about whether to play the talented freshman or save his eligibility for a time when he […]
On Wednesday night, Kentucky basketball will host Tennessee Tech. For most fans, it’s a tune-up game before North Carolina. But for the man on the opposing sideline, it is a spiritual homecoming he is basking in. John Pelphrey is back. And hearing him talk about what Kentucky means to him is enough to give any […]
No. 7 Maryland women’s basketball is set to hit the road for the first time this season — and it could’ve hardly found a place farther from the Xfinity Center. The Terps will face No. 16 Kentucky in the first game of the Discover Puerto Rico Classic in San Juan. Entering on a seven-game win […]
During his Monday radio show, Kentucky basketball head coach Mark Pope offered new insight into the development of sophomore phenom Jayden Quaintance and forward Mo Dioubate. Pope said the staff has been easing Quaintance into controlled 3-on-3situations as part of his return-to-contact protocol, but even those drills come with precautions. “We’re in a staff meeting […]
While it remains to be seen when, or even if, we’ll see Jaland Lowe again this season, the Kentucky basketball point guard hasn’t thrown in the towel just yet. On his first Monday radio show of the season, head coach Mark Pope announced that Lowe is back practicing with the team, though it’s just non-contact […]
Michigan State will face East Carolina tomorrow and North Carolina on Thanksgiving Day in the Ft. Myers Classic. The Spartans head to Florida with a 5-0 record which includes impressive wins over Arkansas at home and Kentucky in the Champions Classic. Michigan State is coming off a 84-56 win against Detroit Mercy on Friday. Though […]
In a season that has already taken several sharp turns, Kentucky basketball sits at 4–2 and continues to search for consistency, identity, and reliability heading into Wednesday night’s matchup with Tennessee Tech. After being outplayed in both marquee opportunities, at Louisville inside the KFC Yum! Center and against Michigan State in the Champions Classic in […]
Kentucky basketball head coach Mark Pope made it clear this week: Behind the scenes of every practice, every high-pressure moment, and every difficult stretch of the season, his wife, Lee Anne, is playing a vital role in keeping both him and the program grounded. Following Friday’s blowout win over Loyola Maryland, Pope spoke openly about […]
Louisville played a pretty solid game for three quarters. Unfortunately after a spirited first half that ended with the Cards down 2 (35-37) they seemed to come out flat to start the second half. They only scored 6 points in the third quarter and despite some good runs in the fourth quarter they could never […]
There are reasons for UConn, USC and Tennessee fans to be excited about the class of 2026. Same goes for those that support Duke and Kentucky. But, at least for now, the Texas faithful are on top. This week, the Longhorns and head coach Vic Schaefer secured the commitments of two top-10 2026 recruits: Brihanna […]
Kentucky basketball forward Trent Noah made a strong statement in his return Friday, proving he’s fully back after missing two straight games with an ankle injury. The sharp-shooting wing originally went down in the season opener against Nicholls State, sidelining him for matchups against Valparaiso and Louisville. But against Eastern Illinois, Noah picked up right […]
There’s no denying that the Kentucky basketball program has endured a rough week. Dropping a game to your biggest rival and also losing your starting point guard to injury wasn’t the ideal position to be in prior to Thanksgiving dinner. If you’re a Kentucky fan, it was a joyous sight to see Eastern Illinois’ name […]
Kentucky basketball point guard Jaland Lowe will meet with doctors on Friday to evaluate the status of his injured shoulder and determine whether surgery is required, according to Rob Dauster with The Field of 68. The Pitt transfer guard re-aggravated the injury in practice on Thursday, raising new concerns about a setback that originally occurred […]
Look, the vibes aren’t great now. Fans are angry, concerned, and critical. This is what happens when you lose to your biggest rival and potentially lose your top point guard for the foreseeable future. But this is Kentucky basketball. Fans care. For some, it’s their livelihood. Mark Pope’s postgame press conference lasted just about five […]
There is nothing better than beating your rival. Tuesday night, Louisville proved they are officially back after knocking off Kentucky and their $22 Million roster. Louisville deserves to be in the top 10, along with Duke and possibly UNC. ACC basketball may not quite be back, but the conference may be looking at double the … Continue reading »