Dakari Johnson spent the summer improving his conditioning and basketball skill set in order to help the Wildcats reach the pinnacle this year.
Dakari Johnson embodies Kentucky’s competitive spirit
Karl-Anthony Towns is focused on using this year as the ultimate learning experience
His confidence in his own ability has Karl-Anthony Towns taking a much different approach to his first season as a Wildcat.
Tyler Ulis plays with a chip on his shoulder
Tyler Ulis carries himself like he has something to prove. He walks with intent and plays with purpose.
Kentucky Wildcats run out of gas in finale, but Bahamas trip still a success
It was a stretch the likes of which Kentucky will never face again. Six games. Eight days. Three opponents with rosters comprised of established pros.
Kentucky downs Dominican Republic on the strength of Alex Poythress’ 20 points
Kentucky wiped another opponent off the floor Friday in the Bahamas.
Kentucky romps in 93-57 victory over Puerto Rico
By the time Aaron Harrison drained two 3-pointers from the left wing, the Kentucky highlight show was well into production, as was the third consecutive blowout.
Karl Towns’ double-double lifts Kentucky Wildcats to 81-58 win
Karl Towns charted 19 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in just 21 minutes, leading Kentucky to an 81-58 win over Champagne Chalons-Reims Basket.
Two Kentucky veterans star in two-platoon attack
For Kentucky, Aaron Harrison took on a steadier, more balanced role Sunday with a team-high 15 points, while Alex Poythress put on a stunning display of athleticism and toughness.
Kentucky opens Bahamas tour with 74-49 win
In its first game of the Big Blue Bahamas tour, Kentucky posted a 74-49 win over the Puerto Rican National Team Reserves.
Improbable run ends one win short as Kentucky Wildcats fall to UConn
Kentucky’s storybook NCAA Tournament run fell one comeback short with a 60-54 loss to Connecticut in the championship game.