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One week of summer workouts down, seven more to go for the Kentucky Wildcats. The Joe Craft Center is the home of one of the deepest rosters in college basketball competing at the highest level ahead of the 2025-26 season, and now, intel is starting to roll in highlighting some of the early standouts. Who looks the part? Sources Say breaks it down while also rolling through USA Basketball leftovers from Colorado Springs, Tay Kinney's official visit to Lexington, the practice gym redesign with denim and understanding the assignment, players donating $40K to tornado relief efforts, the SEC schedule release for the Cats, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Cason Wallace winning the NBA Finals and previewing this week's NBA Draft. Essentially, every major piece of news over the last week is covered in detail this week on Sources Say — and we have a great time doing it.

In today's episode of Sources Say, we dive into the standout performances of Jasper Johnson and Malachi Moreno at Team USA Camp. Kentucky fans, this one's for you—Jamie Shaw joins us to offer expert insight on how these young Wildcats held their own against top-tier talent with Mark Pope in attendance.

Sources Say is LIVE! Camp season is in full swing, Kentucky's heading to Arkansas, and Otega Oweh's rocking a new haircut—and a new mindset for his senior year. We're breaking down the father-child camps, the massive NCAA pay-for-play settlement, and Vince Marrow's stunning move from Kentucky to Louisville. Buckle up.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith answer your questions from KSBoard.

It may not be the late-night Sources Say we were all hoping for — remember the Jaxson Robinson draft deadline special at midnight? — but it's the news we all wanted. Otega Oweh is BACK, announcing his return to Kentucky at the withdrawal deadline, giving the Wildcats a title-contending roster in 2025-26.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break down the addition of Braydon Hawthorne to next years roster.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith return for another episode of the Sources Say Podcast to talk all things Kentucky basketball Tonight they will also be joined by the newest addition to the Kentucky basketball team, Reece Potter. Optimal Living Services partners with clients to increase their awareness of issues and empowers them to develop the skills to manage these challenges. We believe that every individual has obstacles they will need to face, and that the services our team provides will give hope to all of our clients. Every Individual has the ability to grow from their problems. Whether it is substance use, mental health, work, finance, or emotional struggles. We help clients learn their potential and join them in their journey. You can head to "Optimal - Living - Services - DOT - COM" to learn more about their services and meet their staff. You can also give them a call at 859-785-1030.

Just when it appeared the offseason was over, Mark Pope decided to throw a nice little curveball by confirming Kentucky is, in fact, looking to add not one, but multiple pieces to close out the 2025-26 roster. The catch? None are expected to be difference-makers this season, the Wildcats pushing for a redshirt signing or two, maybe a portal player with one year of eligibility remaining looking to live out the dream in Lexington? One way or another, the UK head coach says he's looking all over the world to find the perfect fits to wrap things up. Elsewhere, how about some Otega Oweh news? That's included in the conversation, Pope sharing a BIG-TIME update on the star guard currently testing the draft waters. Also, Travis Perry is still portaling (and there is speculation he may be cashing out at his next stop, potentially earning starter-level minutes). How that makes Kentucky's final roster push interesting.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith return for another episode of Sources Say to discuss this monster of a roster that Mark Pope and his staff have put together. They also talk about the news of Travis Perry entering the transfer portal and who Kentucky may go after to replace him

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith return for another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Kentucky has got a number of new players and Mark Pope is still searching for a final piece to cap off this already loaded roster.

Jack Pilgrim and Steven Peake are on their way back from the cursed city of Indianapolis where the Kentucky Wildcats lost 78-65 to the Tennessee Volunteers in the Sweet 16. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

Jack Pilgrim is live from Indianapolis where he will be joined by Shawn Smith to talk about tomorrow's colossal showdown between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Tennessee Volunteers in the Sweet 16. SeatGeek's got you covered. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

It's time to do something that has never been done before in the HISTORY of the Sources Say Podcast: a Sweet 16 show! KSR is back from a crazy trip to Milwaukee, ready to break down the team's massive wins over Troy and Illinois to advance to the second weekend for the first time since 2019. How did they get there? What are their chances in round three against the Tennessee Volunteers with a spot in the Elite Eight on the line? Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

Kentucky basketball got it's first tournament win since 2023 after beating Troy on Friday, now they will get a shot at advancing to the Sweet 16 on Sunday. Jack Pilgrim, Tyler Thompson, and Steven Peake break down the game, talk Wilson Evo basketballs, and prepare you for the Cats and the Fighting Illinis on a jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

Kentucky basketball begins their first NCAA Tournament journey under Mark Pope tonight at 7:10PM vs Troy. Jack Pilgrim and a plethora of guests breakdown the match-up from the media hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. SeatGeek's got you covered. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

Jack and Shawn break down Kentucky's first SEC Tournament of the Mark Pope era, Selection Sunday, and get you ready for the first NCAA Tournament of the Mark Pope Era. All of that and more in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. SeatGeek's got you covered. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan recap the action from Nashville the morning after Otega Oweh rescued Kentucky with another game winner against the Oklahoma Sooners. Jack and Zack also talk about the Lamont Butler injury and preview the Quarterfinal matchup with the Alabama Crimson Tide. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount

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Mark Pope just wrapped up a historic regular season at Kentucky, and now it's time for the real fun to begin—the SEC Tournament! In this episode of Sources Say, we break down how Pope transformed this team, recap the final regular season game, and preview Kentucky's path to a potential SEC Championship.

What. A. Night. Everything was going against Kentucky in Norman as Oklahoma fought for a big-time upset for the Sooners' postseason chances — and then Otega Oweh happened. The former OU guard scored the final 18 points and 21 of the last 23, including a game-winner to put UK on top and leave his old school with a CRAZY victory on the road. We also got some injury news on Lamont Butler and Jaxson Robinson as they returned to the floor for the first time in weeks, only one finishing the game with postseason play right around the corner. What's the latest on both guards? Sources Say breaks down that wild win in Norman, plus what it means for the team's SEC Tournament projections — and a potential rematch vs. Coach Cal and Arkansas in the opening round. Oh, and the No. 1 team in the country is coming to town on Saturday. That one is pretty important, too. Club Blue is the official collective partner of the University of Kentucky — and also the title sponsor of the Sources Say Podcast. Club Blue was founded by UK fans strictly to support the NIL efforts at the University of Kentucky. Unlike most collectives, 100% of subscriber money and 100% of donor money goes directly to NIL, Club Blue charges no fees. Club Blue subscribers receive some amazing benefits like invitations to special events, meet and greets with UK athletes, signed merchandise, monthly giveaways, ticket giveaways, Club Blue merch and more. Subscribe today at www.clubbluenil.com. You get to pick which sport you want to support when you sign up. Choose Your Sport and Support, with Club Blue! We are also excited to welcome Circa Sports Kentucky to the Sources Say family. The best time of the year is here and the best app to bet college basketball is Circa Sports Kentucky. It's sports betting the way it should be — with high and transparent betting limits, the lowest holds and exceptional customer service. It doesn't matter when they take the court, whether it's spreads, props, futures, or in-game, Circa Sports is the place to bet college basketball. Fund and bet like a pro from anywhere, anytime. Download your new bookie today at CircaSports.com.

Jack Pilgrim is joined by The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann to talk all things Kentucky basketball -- including the loss at Alabama, the latest with injuries, postseason expectations, and what the future looks like under Mark Pope. All of that and more on another jam-packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Thanks to Club Blue, Circa Sports, Monticello Bank and Rhoback for sponsoring the show!

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith recap and breakdown the action from Kentucky's 82-61 blowout win at Rupp Arena, preview Saturday's game vs Alabama, and talk SEC Tournament seedings. All of that and more in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast.

Kentucky collapsed late down in Austin, they now must get revenge on the Vanderbilt Commodores to avoid dropping a seed line. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith tell you all about it in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say podcast.

The Kentucky Wildcats earned a regular season sweep of the Tennessee Volunteers on Tuesday night in Rupp Arena. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break it all down for you in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say podcast. Sources Say is presented by Monitcello Bank, Circa Sports , and Club Blue

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith breakdown the loss to Arkansas, injuries, and things to look forward to in the Kentucky basketball program. Thanks to Club Blue and Circa Sports for sponsoring the show.

The moment you've all been waiting for is here, John Calipari making his highly anticipated return to Lexington, walking into Rupp Arena for the very first time as an Arkansas Razorback. The Hogs aren't very good, but this matchup is so much bigger than team personnel or strengths vs. weaknesses. It's about emotions and nostalgia, living in the Twilight Zone as the guy who led the program for 15 years is now at an SEC rival. The Sources Say crew talks through those emotions and our take on the game before things get crazy on Saturday. Have the nerves hit yet? Will they ever? What are the keys to a win and potential players to keep an eye on? Who is this a must-win for, Kentucky or Cal? What will it be like seeing some familiar faces wearing the wrong jersey in the place they once called home? It's time for the official Coach Cal Homecoming Preview with Sources Say.

Kentucky basketball got a big win at Tennessee on Tuesday night. Shawn Smith and Jack Pilgrim break it all down for you and then talk with guest Dennis Johnson about an upcoming event in Kentucky featuring the UK commit. Thanks to Circa Sports and Club Blue for sponsoring our show!

Kentucky basketball fell to the Vanderbilt Commodores in Nashville on Saturday, 74-69. KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Steven Peake discuss it on their way back to Kentucky.

Coming into Tuesday night's game against Kentucky, the Wildcats' main focus always centered around keeping the Aggies off the glass, especially on their own missed shots. Texas A&M brought a 44 percent offensive rebounding rate into Lexington and was coming off a 19 offensive rebound performance in a close loss to Alabama over the weekend. Even without a towering seven-footer, Texas A&M's pure physicality and willingness to make the game ugly has allowed them to live on the boards this season. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break down Kentucky's win over Texas A&M and talk about the struggles that are happening down in Fayetteville, Arkansas

The Kentucky basketball team defeated Mississippi State 95-90 on Saturday night. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break it all down for you in another episode of the Sources Say podcast.

We're just days removed from Kentucky‘s instant-classic win against a top-10 Florida team at home, and now, our pets' heads are falling off and it's time to panic. Just kidding — but it was a disaster for the Cats in Athens, Mark Pope's group exposed once again with the tougher, more physical team winning inside Stegeman Coliseum. It's played to the same script, all three of Kentucky's losses looking the exact same with the same flaws killing their chances to establish some semblance of season momentum going into the core of SEC play. The highs are brilliantly high, but once again, the lows are excruciatingly low. And don't even get us started on the officiating. What went wrong at Georgia? And what must fix in a hurry for the Cats to get back on track, specifically in Starkville? Sources Say breaks it down LIVE tonight on the KSR YouTube Channel.

Special thanks to today's sponsors, Club Blue and Circa Sports Kentucky! Club Blue is the official collective partner of the University of Kentucky — and also the title sponsor of the Sources Say Podcast. Club Blue was founded by UK fans strictly to support the NIL efforts at the University of Kentucky. Unlike most collectives, 100% of subscriber money and 100% of donor money goes directly to NIL, Club Blue charges no fees. Club Blue subscribers receive some amazing benefits like invitations to special events, meet and greets with UK athletes, signed merchandise, monthly giveaways, ticket giveaways, Club Blue merch and more. Subscribe today at www.clubbluenil.com. You get to pick which sport you want to support when you sign up. Choose Your Sport and Support, with Club Blue! We are also excited to welcome Circa Sports Kentucky to the Sources Say family. The best time of the year is here and the best app to bet college basketball is Circa Sports Kentucky. It's sports betting the way it should be — with high and transparent betting limits, the lowest holds and exceptional customer service. It doesn't matter when they take the court, whether it's spreads, props, futures, or in-game, Circa Sports is the place to bet college basketball. Fund and bet like a pro from anywhere, anytime. Download your new bookie today at CircaSports.com. MUST BE 18 OR OLDER. FOR KENTUCKY PROBLEM GAMBLING SERVICES, CALL OR TEXT 1-800-426-2537

Kentucky basketball opens SEC play against the Florida Gators on Saturday. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith preview the game and Kentucky's 2025 SEC slate. All of that and more in another jam packed edition of the Sources Say podcast.

The Kentucky Wildcats played their worst game of the season on Saturday in New York City and fell 85-65 to the Ohio State Buckeyes. Here is why Kentucky fans should not panic about the Cats' second loss of the 2024-25 season.

Kentucky basketball beat Louisville for the third straight time and for the 7th straight time at Rupp Arena. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break down the win and give an early preview of the match-up with the Ohio State Buckeyes in New York City. All of that and more in another jampacked episode of Sources Say presented by Club Blue.

Kentucky basketball faces off with arch-rival Louisville tomorrow evening. Jack Pilgrim, and Zack Geoghegan break down the match-up in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast.

Kentucky basketball remains in the top five thanks to a gutsy come from behind win over the Gonzaga Bulldogs on Saturday night. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break it all down in this new episode of Sources Say presented by Club Blue and Circa Sports.

Happy Thanksgiving, BBN! The Sources Say Podcast has a special treat to get the holiday started. First up, it's a breakdown of Kentucky's win over Western Kentucky to move to 6-0 on the year and claim the BBN Invitational title. Then, the crew answers questions from the KSBoard mailbag — some Thanksgiving themed, others looking for scoop on the Cats with roster and recruiting developments. We've got you covered with both. Club Blue is the official collective partner of the University of Kentucky — and also the title sponsor of the Sources Say Podcast. Club Blue was founded by UK fans strictly to support the NIL efforts at the University of Kentucky. Unlike most collectives, 100% of subscriber money and 100% of donor money goes directly to NIL, Club Blue charges no fees. Club Blue subscribers receive some amazing benefits like invitations to special events, meet and greets with UK athletes, signed merchandise, monthly giveaways, ticket giveaways, Club Blue merch and more. Subscribe today at www.clubbluenil.com. You get to pick which sport you want to support when you sign up. Choose Your Sport and Support, with Club Blue!

It was a quick and easy win for Kentucky in game two of the BBN Invitational, beating Jackson State a lot to a little. Koby Brea went nuclear while Otega Oweh continued to be the best player on the team through five games. And how about the local kids making their first threes as Wildcats? From here, it'll be Western Kentucky on Tuesday to wrap up the event. We'll preview that, plus other updates on Mark Pope's latest comments, the new rankings, recruiting and more in a short and sweet edition of Sources Say.

Right when celebrating the big-time win over Duke slowed down, Kentucky got to pick it right back up again with yet another blowout victory — this time over the Lipscomb Bisons, the projected winner of the ASUN. Jaxson Robinson got back on track with a 20-point effort while Lamont Butler and Otega Oweh were the other standouts (plus Travis Perry and Trent Noah minutes to put a bow on things at the end of regulation). How big was it to not let the Champions Classic win linger — or the fact that Mark Pope doesn't believe in trap games at all? Where do things stand with the analytics nationally as it relates to the team's chances to make a run? Sources Say is back and better than ever, ready to break it all down Tuesday night on the KSR YouTube page. Tune in below: Club Blue is the official collective partner of the University of Kentucky — and also the title sponsor of the Sources Say Podcast. Club Blue was founded by UK fans strictly to support the NIL efforts at the University of Kentucky. Unlike most collectives, 100% of subscriber money and 100% of donor money goes directly to NIL, Club Blue charges no fees. Club Blue subscribers receive some amazing benefits like invitations to special events, meet and greets with UK athletes, signed merchandise, monthly giveaways, ticket giveaways, Club Blue merch and more. Subscribe today at www.clubbluenil.com. You get to pick which sport you want to support when you sign up. Choose Your Sport and Support, with Club Blue! We're also excited to announce our new sponsoring partner, Wunderfan! Wunderfan is a first of its kind basketball arena rewards app where fans earn real rewards simply by cheering for their favorite team. All you need to do is head to the app store to download the app, check in once you're at the game, and let your earnings grow! It's that easy. Right now, users will get 50 Free Wunder just for signing up. That'll score you a $10 off Fanatics code + a chance to win tickets to the National Championship! Plus, we have a special deal for listeners on this show! After signing up, head to your profile page and redeem code KSR for an additional 40 Free Wunder.