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The most crucial offseason of Mark Pope’s career has officially begun, Kentucky not only adding a point guard, but the point guard’s dad — former All-Star Mo Williams joining as an assistant and bringing his four-star son with him. Those are the biggest dominoes up to this point, along with Jaland Lowe’s decision to enter the transfer portal and two staff departures in Jason Hart and Alvin Brooks III. What do we think of the early moves of Pope and what do we expect to come next? Sources Say goes LIVE for an early afternoon edition of the show. Tu...

Jack Pilgrim & Spencer Smith breakdown the loss to Iowa State, talk Jason Hart leaving the program, and what needs to change in the offseason to make Kentucky great again Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jack Pilgrim, Zack Geoghegan, and Steven Peake recap Kentucky's 78-72 over Missouri on Thursday in Nashville. Thanks to PARLOUR Pizza, LG&E KU and SeatGeek for sponsoring today's show. Make Parlour your go-to spot for game day fuel. Check out their location off Harrodsburg and soon check out their new location in Richmond. Order The Dr. and Hot Honey Pepperoni and thank us later. Stay in the know. Head to LGE-KU.com/outage to update your phone number in the LG&E and KU mobile app or in My Account to receive text alerts. Can’t text? No problem. We’ll c...

Jack Pilgrim, Zack Geoghegan, Steven Peake and Drew Franklin recap Kentucky's first round win over LSU in the SEC Tournament vs LSU, discuss the injury updates, and report on the vibes around the city of Nashville. Thanks to PARLOUR Pizza, LG&E KU and SeatGeek for sponsoring today's show. Make Parlour your go-to spot for game day fuel. Check out their location off Harrodsburg and soon check out their new location in Richmond. Order The Dr. and Hot Honey Pepperoni and thank us later. Stay in the know. Head to LGE-KU.com/outage to update your phone number in the...

What in the WORLD happened in College Station? How do you build a 12-point lead and watch it not only disappear, but flip to a 21-point deficit in a matter of minutes? Where do you turn when you have a double-bye within reach and then give it away to force a potential Wednesday start in the SEC Tournament? Also, is Dink Pate the answer to all of Kentucky‘s problems in year three under Mark Pope? It’s a crazy week for the Wildcats and it’s only going to get crazier with this weekend setting up a massive postseason for th...

Is Jayden Quaintance going to return for Kentucky this postseason? It’s now on the table, KSR has learned — and Sources Say is ready to talk about it. We share the latest on the future lottery pick’s status going into the final week of the regular season and how we got to the point where he’s a strength test away from potentially being cleared to practice (and eventually play). What kind of impact can he make? Are there any concerns about reintroducing him this late? Will it actually happen at all? We’re excited to once again have the great...

It wasn’t pretty, but the Cats got it done in Columbia, leaving Colonial Life Arena with a victory over South Carolina to end the three-game losing streak. More importantly, it likely locked up a spot in the NCAA Tournament for Kentucky, putting bad-loss potential in the rearview mirror and focusing solely on good wins the rest of the way — but that doesn’t mean it’s gonna be easy, starting with a rematch vs. Vanderbilt on Saturday. How did Mark Pope’s group get it done against the Gamecocks? Any leftover gripes from the trip to the Plains (and the weird...

Pizza and beer? It’s the only way to move past a two-game losing streak for your beloved Kentucky Wildcats. Sources Say is LIVE from PARLOUR PIZZA at the Harrodsburg Road location in Lexington, breaking down the team’s losses at Florida and vs. Georgia to hit pause on the optimism after winning eight of nine. UK held an eight-point lead against the Bulldogs on Tuesday, only to trail by as many as 12 in the second half and ultimately fall short — despite Otega Oweh and Collin Chandler putting on their superhero capes and nearly pulling off another comeback. Special thanks to tod...

Jack Pilgrim and Spencer Smith breakdown Kentucky's win over the Tennessee Volunteers and preview the showdown in Gainesville between Kentucky and Florida. Special thanks to today’s Sources Say sponsors, PARLOUR Pizza and Monticello Bank! Make PARLOUR your game day destination! From award-winning pizzas like The Dr. or fan favorite Hot Honey Pepperoni to PARLOUR’s famous house-smoked wings and extensive craft beer selection, PARLOUR has a menu that will please the whole family! Their location on Harrodsburg Road is just a short drive from Rupp Arena. Don’t miss out on their great Happy Hour. Come in Monday thru Friday...

What a week it’s been for Kentucky basketball! It started with a big-time road win at Arkansas, followed by a statement response at home vs. Oklahoma — a desperate team whose coach’s seat is red-hot. Now, the Wildcats have won seven of eight ahead of another MASSIVE opportunity against Tennessee with the Volunteers looking for revenge. Unfortunately for them, it’s the debut of the denim throwbacks and the 1996 national championship reunion to celebrate the 30th anniversary of that historic title. Can Mark Pope make it three straight and eight of nine with all of his former teammates in attendan...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim & Steven Peake talk the big picture of Kentucky's win over the Arkansas Razorbacks on their way home from Fayetteville. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After an 0-2 start in the SEC, Kentucky has responded with five straight victories — the latest being back-to-back must-have wins at Rupp Arena vs. Texas and Ole Miss. Can the Wildcats keep it rolling with back-to-back road trips to Nashville and Fayetteville this week against two ranked opponents? It’d be massive for the resume, but it’ll be much easier said than done, especially with Jaland Lowe out for the year, Jayden Quaintance’s status still very much up in the air and Kam Williams undergoing surgery to repair a broken foot. Special thanks to today’s Sources Say sponsors...

The Cardiac Cats did it again! Down by 17-plus in back-to-back true road games, Kentucky stormed back to first beat LSU in Baton Rouge, then Tennessee in Knoxville for Mark Pope’s first three-game winning streak in the SEC regular season as head coach. Crazy, right? Against the Tigers, it was all about Malachi Moreno’s buzzer-beater — one we’ll all be talking about for years to come, fighting back from down 18 to pull off a miracle. Otega Oweh and Denzel Aberdeen gave the Cats life in the second half and the Georgetown native closed it out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

Kentucky‘s backcourt now has a Jaland Lowe-sized hole for the rest of the year as PG1 will undergo season-ending surgery on his shoulder. What’s next for the Wildcats, particularly in his absence? There was a lot to like about the performance against Mississippi State — even with Lowe out for most of the game. Is it sustainable? What do we think of Jasper Johnson stepping up in that spot? Will he step up in that spot, starting as soon as LSU on Wednesday? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

Missouri was the straw that broke the camel’s back for Kentucky, a nightmarish season for Mark Pope and the Wildcats that doesn’t appear to be getting better anytime soon. How do you give up a 15-2 run to end the game and choke away an eight-point lead in the final segment to earn a Quad 3 loss? Unfortunately, that’s what we have to talk about tonight on Sources Say. The irony is we talked about this result as something we wouldn’t even address, knowing what it means in a truly must-win scenario for a program struggling to keep its...

Things did NOT go well for the Kentucky Wildcats in Tuscaloosa, getting blown out once again at Alabama in a game that was never really close — even at full strength with Jaland Lowe and Jayden Quaintance out there. What went wrong and how is it fixed with a winnable run of games coming up? What’s the deal with the weirdness from Mark Pope (plus the opposite from Nate Oats, who wasn’t shy about the subtle jabs after the fact)? Don’t forget about the revealing media opportunity featuring Mo Dioubate and Jaland Lowe going into the Missouri matchup this wee...

Happy New Year’s Eve, Big Blue Nation! We know you have big plans tonight to ring in 2026, but how about a new edition of Sources Say to help pass the time until the ball drops at midnight? That’s at 12 AM, so how about rolling with, say, 12 PM ET for this one? We’ve got plenty to talk about, obviously, with Kentucky finishing 2025 on a high note winning four straight — including two against name-brand competition, finally — and the debut of Jayden Quaintance. Is it enough to have you feeling good going into SEC play in January? Is this the Final Four...

Sources Say has some crow to eat, and they’re bringing in a heavy-hitter to prepare some of it in the form of Michael Moreno — former Eastern Kentucky basketball star and brother of current Wildcat, Malachi Moreno. Where did things go wrong to start the season and how did this team climb out of rock bottom to pull off back-to-back wins vs. Indiana and St. John’s before Christmas? There is still work to do, obviously, but just how many of the problems are fixed? Is it simply an identity shift? Or the availability of both Jaland Lowe and Jayden Quaint...

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Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving, Big Blue Nation! Kentucky is coming off back-to-back wins over Loyola (Md.) and Tennessee Tech — impressive efforts for the Wildcats leading to massive blowouts — but all eyes are on the week ahead with a pair of ranked opportunities waiting after a disappointing start to the year in such matchups at Louisville and in the Champions Classic vs. Michigan State. What went well for the Cats against the Greyhounds and Golden Eagles? Is any of it sustainable, especially with the new-look starting lineup featuring Kam Williams and Malachi Moreno? Will Otega Oweh be able to step up o...

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Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith breakdown Kentucky's 96-88 loss to the Louisville Cardinals on Tuesday night in the KFC Yum! Center. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vibes couldn’t be higher in Lexington, Kentucky steamrolling Florida in football after steamrolling Valparaiso in basketball — with women’s basketball, volleyball and men’s soccer still to come on this glorious Sunday. It’s a great weekend to be a Wildcat, but for now, we’re going to focus on the fun on the hardwood with Sources Say, recapping that Friday win at Rupp Arena and what it means ahead of the trip to Louisville to take on the Cardinals on Tuesday. How are we feeling ahead of the rivalry matchup? UK is now No. 1 in the latest KenPom rankings — a...

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What a start for the Cats, eh? We talked about this team as a legitimate championship contender all offseason, and Kentucky backed up that chatter by mopping the floor with No. 1 Purdue in the exhibition opener. It didn’t count for anything, but as far as measuring sticks go, they don’t get much better — especially down your All-SEC point guard and a potential top-five draft pick. As dumb Boilermaker fans continue to yap about how much it doesn’t matter and how much Big Blue Nation is apparently obsessing over the win, though, we’ll move on to a Georgetown...

What a time to be alive! It’s No. 9 Kentucky vs. No. 1 Purdue to open the 2025-26 college basketball season inside Rupp Arena and there is truly nothing better. Sources Say is BACK to break down the Cats taking on the Boilermakers in what is certain to be the best exhibition battle of all time. But first, what’s the deal with Jaland Lowe? He went down with a shoulder injury in the Blue-White Game and his status is in question for Friday. When will he be back? What kind of loss is it in the meantime and who will need...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan break down everything they heard at SEC Media Days. Myron Medcalf joins the show to share his thoughts on Day 1 in Birmingham as well as his thoughts on the Kentucky Wildcats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jack Pilgrim, Shawn Smith, Spencer Smith, and Zack Geoghegan breakdown the action from Kentucky basketball's Pro Day, talk about what was said at Kentucky basketball media day, and preview Big Blue Madness. Use our code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Kentucky the best team in the SEC? Find out what Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith have to say in the Sources Say SEC Power Rankings Show Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kentucky basketball assistant coach Mikhail McLean joins Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith to talk about how practice has gone so far and expectations for the 2025-26 UK basketball season. Jack and Shawn also discuss: - Bruce Pearl retiring - Reed Sheppard's opportunity in Houston - CBS Classic / Champions Classic start times Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

KSR's Jack Pilgrim drives Field of 68's Jeff Goodman and Rob Dauster to the airport while picking their brains about what they saw at Kentucky's practice this afternoon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jack Pilgrim and Spencer Smith discuss the plans for Kentucky basketball's new practice facility and more practice intel on another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kentucky's Alvin Brooks III joins Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith to talk about last basketball season and the goals heading into the 2025-26 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith talk with ESPN's Jay Bilas about last season's Kentucky basketball team and what fans should expect from the 2025-26 edition of Kentucky Wildcat basketball. It's another jampacked episode of the Sources Say Podcast presented by Club Blue and Angels Envy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summer is over and the Wildcats are heading back to campus for the real stuff. Kentucky‘s fall semester starts on August 25 with players trickling in this week — including none other than Andrija Jelavić, who finally arrived this past weekend. Jayden Quaintance is back, too, and he’s ramping up his on-court work ahead of his debut in Lexington. What can we expect out of Jelavić and Quaintance in 2025-26? How does that impact everything else we know about the team coming out of eight weeks of summer workouts? Also, John Wall has retired from basketball. Can you believe that? Coach Ca...

Jack Pilgrim, and Spencer Smith break down what they have seen and heard from Kentucky's Summer Practices. Also: MVP, MIP, Biggest Surprise and Biggest Question Mark from eight weeks of workouts. What is the team's best shooting lineup, best defensive lineup and best end-of-game lineup? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What’s up with Otega Oweh in a boot? Is Andrija Jelavic here yet? How about Tyran Stokes talking about going to a school that won’t duck the smoke? Sources Say is back to break it all down — plus answer fan questions from KSBoard about the latest from Kentucky basketball summer practice, which wraps up this week. It’s a show with Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith you won’t want to miss. Tune in below: You can find all past and future episodes of the show by subscribing to the official Sources Say Podcast feed on iTunes right here. Loca...