At this point, everyone knows it’s coming.
There are no surprises. No tricks. Regardless of the score, no matter the situation, John Calipari does the exact same thing.
Right around the time that the game clock hits 17:00, the Kentucky coach strolls down his bench, sticks his thumb out, and tells two talented teenagers to head to the scorer’s table.
Rob Dillingham and Reed Sheppard get out of their seats, remove their warm-ups, and get ready to check in. And then the fun begins.
“It’s just electric,” said senior guard Antonio Reeves. “As soon as they get in the game, the crowd just erupts. And it gives us all energy. When they come in, it definitely shows.”