Kentucky Mens Basketball

UK head coach John Calipari praised Sheppard for his hard work and dedication to improving his game. Calipari acknowledged that Sheppard was not always known for his shooting ability but has made significant strides by putting in the extra hours in the gym. Calipari drew comparisons to former Wildcat Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and other players who built their own confidence through hard work.

Kentucky, now ranked 12th by the Associated Press, is eagerly anticipating the challenge ahead. Assistant coach Chuck Martin expressed his excitement, stating, “It’s a great game to be a part of. I think this is one of the reasons you come to Kentucky, to play in these early nonconference games.” Martin also mentioned that the team has been preparing well, having had “two or three good days of practice”, and that their spirits are high.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Once the game begins, make sure to tune in to the Coca-Cola 10 to Tip live from the court. This gives you a front-row seat to all the action, as you witness the intensity and passion that defines Kentucky basketball.

The show will be broadcasted in Lexington on 630 WLAP and can also be accessed online at UKathletics.com. Kentucky men’s basketball fans across the nation can tune in through UK Sports Network affiliates, the Kentucky men’s basketball Facebook page, and the UK Athletics app. This ensures that fans won’t miss out on any of the exciting discussions and insights provided by Calipari and Leach.

The show kicked off with a detailed discussion about the UK football team. Headrick and his guests analyzed the team’s recent performance and highlighted key players who had stepped up in the latest games. They also touched on the tough schedule ahead and the team’s chances of securing a bowl game berth.

In a high-scoring game against Marshall, the Kentucky Wildcats were able to secure a victory at Rupp Arena. The UK student-athletes expressed their thoughts on the game, highlighting their offensive prowess and the need to improve on the defensive end.

It was a high-scoring game for the Wildcats, as they tallied 118 points, the most in the John Calipari era. This surpasses the previous record of 115 points scored against Arizona State in 2016. It was also the second 100-point game of the season for Kentucky and the 21st century score of the Calipari era.

Leading the charge for Kentucky was D.J. Wagner, who notched an impressive 28 points. Antonio Reeves contributed 23 points for the Cats, while Tre Mitchell added 18. Rob Dillingham had a stellar night, connecting on seven of his eight shots to finish with 16 points. Reed Sheppard scored 12 points, Justin Edwards contributed 10, and all four players had double-digit points by halftime.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. Get your popcorn ready and settle into your seat as you witness the live action of the Coca-Cola 10 to Tip. This segment will give you an up-close and personal view of the thrilling moments that unfold during the game.

With a record of 4-1 this season, the only setback for Kentucky so far was a close loss to top-ranked Kansas in Chicago. One notable aspect of their game this season has been their proficiency in three-point shooting. In their last three games, the Wildcats have made double-digit threes. According to forward Justin Edwards, head coach John Calipari encourages the team to shoot open shots. Edwards stated, “He’s on us about shooting open shots and making them… He says if you’re open, shoot it or I’ll take you out.”