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UK Wildcats News: Kentucky in the College Basketball Rankings – A Sea Of Blue
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A look at where Kentucky stands after beating North Carolina.
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Fresh off a win over then-No. 9 North Carolina, Kentucky Basketball is moving on up in the world.
1. Purdue
2. Kansas
3. Houston
4. Arizona
5. UConn
6. Marquette
7. Oklahoma
8. Tennessee
9. Kentucky
10. Baylor
11. North Carolina
12. Creighton
13. Illinois
14. FAU
15. Gonzaga
16. Colorado State
17. BYU
18. Clemson
19. Texas
20. James Madison
21. Duke
22. Virginia
23. Memphis
24. Wisconsin
25. Ole Miss
Others receiving votes: Miami 97, Auburn 87, Colorado 84, Utah 37, Iowa St. 24, Ohio St. 12, Michigan St. 10, TCU 10, Texas A&M 9, San Diego St. 8, Northwestern 5, Providence 5, Alabama 3, Dayton 3, Nevada 3, New Mexico 2, Grand Canyon 2, Washington 2, Saint Joseph’s 2, South Carolina 1, Mississippi St. 1.
Where do you think Kentucky should be ranked? Sound off!
Your Kentucky Wildcats have a ton of momentum heading into this week’s annual matchup with the Louisville Cardinals. Head coach John Calipari and his team are coming off a nail-biting victory over the No. 9 North Carolina Tar Heels on Saturday in the CBS Sports Classic.
The Wildcats made all of the right plays late in the 87-83 victory — something that they haven’t exactly been known for consistently doing over the last several years. Each of the Wildcats played well, which was extremely positive to see, considering the opposition.
A win over the No. 9 team in the country should thrust the No. 14 Wildcats up a spot or two. CBS Sports ranked Kentucky at No. 11 yesterday, one spot ahead of North Carolina.
Though the loss was a second consecutive loss for the Tar Heels, they were still ranked No. 9 coming into the game and are just a few weeks removed from putting up 100 against the then-No. 10 Tennessee Volunteers. So if they fall back just a few spots, it’s understandable.
Next up for Kentucky are in-state rival Louisville. While the Cardinals have been quite underwhelming so far this year, Kentucky can’t look past this one. After losing to UNC-Wilmington a few weeks ago, another loss like that would do Kentucky no favors come March.
According to ESPN’s Basketball Power Index, the Wildcats have an 87.6% victory. Tip-off is scheduled for 6 pm ET on Thursday with television coverage on ESPN.
Check back throughout the day for updates on the latest rankings and top 25 polls for UK.
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Such an excellent, all-around player.
Kentucky Cruises Past Furman on Sunday – UK Athletics
On Sunday, two guards for the Kentucky women’s basketball team experienced a bit of role reversal. Turns out that it worked out well for them both.
Young Cats answer the call against Carolina – Cats Pause
Unlike the Kansas game, Kentucky’s freshmen responded after losing the lead late.
Travis Perry Scores Big at the Home of King Kelly Coleman – KSR
Excited to have him as a future Wildcat.
Derrick Henry ponders future with Titans out of playoff chase – ESPN
Hard to picture him in a different uniform.
Why UK Didn’t Foul Up 3 Points vs UNC in the Final Seconds – KSR
Trusting their defense.
Brock Purdy endorses Christian McCaffrey as NFL MVP – ESPN
Hard to argue with that.
Will Levis injured in overtime loss to Houston – KSR
Sure hope he’s okay.
Charlie Woods makes splash at PNC Championship – USA Today
This is so much fun to watch.
UK WBB ends two-game losing skid with win over Furman – KSR
Nice bounce-back win.
Kyle McCord announces he is transferring to Syracuse – USA Today
This was rather surprising.
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