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Terrence Jones: yet another Kentucky Wildcats NBA first round pick

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There will be at least five, possibly six Kentucky Wildcats taken in the first round of this NBA Draft this June 28th, and yes we know that's just plain nuts. All the "league" level talent coming out of Lexington, some of the guys get lost in the shuffle and forgotten. Everyone knows Anthony Davis, and most people know Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, but what about Terrence Jones, who … [Read more...] about Terrence Jones: yet another Kentucky Wildcats NBA first round pick

Minnesota Timberwolves “luck” might be turning around?

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I know the last few years have been down-right dreadful for fans of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Our last few draft picks (Wes Johnson and Derrick Williams) haven't panned-out, so far or yet. But, Ricky Rubio brought a spark this season before his ACL injury. He lit-up Target Center with his maestro passing skills and non-matador-esque defensive ability that most of his … [Read more...] about Minnesota Timberwolves “luck” might be turning around?

Indiana Hoosiers’ Christian Watford League-Bound?

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When Christian Watford committed to Indiana University at the beginning of his senior year of high school in 2008, he dubbed himself Christian "LeagueBound" Watford on Facebook. The Birmingham, Ala. native just might have been on to something. Now a junior forward at Indiana, Watford has displayed tremendous progress from as recently as last season, enough so that fellow … [Read more...] about Indiana Hoosiers’ Christian Watford League-Bound?

Indiana Hoosiers Take Program’s Buzz into Kentucky Game

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The week leading up to the Indiana University basketball game against No. 1 Kentucky at 5:15 today at Assembly Hall has been, in actuality, a rather controversial one in Bloomington. IU Athletics sustained a bit of a public relations hit in reprimanding a group of students who planned to camp out in front of Assembly Hall for the entire week so that the fans could be first … [Read more...] about Indiana Hoosiers Take Program’s Buzz into Kentucky Game

Blue Bowl: Kentucky Downs North Carolina in Classic Tilt

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After an early season loaded with various tournaments and invitationals, the Kentucky Wildcats came into Saturday's battle with the North Carolina Tar Heels at Rupp Arena looking to make a big statement on the national stage. Behind a 17 point and 11 rebound effort from Michael Kidd-Gilchrist, the Cats managed to squeak by the Tar Heels 73-72, running John Calipari's record to … [Read more...] about Blue Bowl: Kentucky Downs North Carolina in Classic Tilt

Kentucky Wildcats Destroy Penn State Basketball 85-47

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As the Penn State scandal has engulfed the nation, most of America is rooting against Penn State in every game they play. At least in college football. When it comes to the college basketball program, not many have anti-PSU vitriol. However, the 3-1 Nittany Lions men's hoops team did suffer their first loss of the young season today; and did so in extremely graphic fashion. … [Read more...] about Kentucky Wildcats Destroy Penn State Basketball 85-47

#2 Kentucky Wildcats: College Basketball 111 in 111

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Welcome to The Sports Bank’s second annual college basketball season preview series.  Last year we looked at 99 teams in 99 days.  This year, we are being slightly more aggressive and expanding to 111 teams in 111 days.  We will rank the 74 power conference teams and top 37 mid-majors in reverse power ranking order.  We’ll break down rosters, non-conference schedules, and pick … [Read more...] about #2 Kentucky Wildcats: College Basketball 111 in 111

Preseason All-America Hoops Team Released; Buckeyes Sullinger Only Unanimous Choice

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The Big Ten conference as a whole may take a step backward this college basketball season, but their star power will remain high this hoops season. The AP All-American preseason first team was released a few short hours ago, and the league made a very tremendous impact on that very short list. Ohio State's Jared Sullinger was the only unanimous choice of the 65-member … [Read more...] about Preseason All-America Hoops Team Released; Buckeyes Sullinger Only Unanimous Choice

Maui Invitational Preview: Michigan State’s Tourney to Lose

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Break out the Hawaiian shirts...  The Maui Invitational always seems to be the cream of the Thanksgiving tournament crop and this year is no different as three top fifteen teams headline the field including second ranked Michigan State and the once again young, but talented Kentucky Wildcats. The Invite will expand to 12 teams next season featuring 23 games, 11 of which are … [Read more...] about Maui Invitational Preview: Michigan State’s Tourney to Lose

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