Kentucky, Mark Pope

Tighten the rotation? Mark Pope wants Kentucky to do the opposite: “We’re an energy team.”
A common argument from media and fans alike during Kentucky‘s recent stretch of losing four games out of five and back-to-back to open the month of February revolves around depth. Some of the rotations have been head-scratching with end-of-bench pieces seeing extended run as the Wildcats have dealt with injury issues.
The honeymoon is over for Mark Pope & Kentucky: Can the first-year coach handle BBN?
The Kentucky Wildcats' back-to-back ugly losses have the vocal portion of the fanbase quickly turning on first-year head coach Mark Pope.
Mark Pope gives an encouraging update on Kentucky PG Lamont Butler
Kentucky had a lot of troubles on Tuesday in their blowout loss to Ole Miss. One player they are certainly missing is point guard Lamont Butler, who has been ou
Mark Pope’s Kentucky honeymoon phase refuses to fade: ‘This means something’
The Wildcats are beating expectations and playing pretty ball in Year 1, but their new coach's link with the fan base is powering the vibes.
Mark Pope’s work at Kentucky has fans believing
Mark Pope left BYU 10 months ago to return to his alma mater Kentucky, where he plied his craft at the direction of legendary coach Rick Pitino. Now, as head coach roaming the sidelines of Rupp Arena, that leap of faith is paying off big time.
Everything Mark Pope said after Kentucky basketball’s defensive disaster at Ole Miss
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope answers questions after UK’s dismal defensive showing in a road loss at Ole Miss.
Mark Pope Delivers Promising Update on Lamont Butler While Another Kentucky Star Remains Away From Court
Kentucky season has been a rollercoaster ride. The post Mark Pope Delivers Promising Update on Lamont Butler While Another Kentucky Star Remains Away From Court appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Mark Pope gives update on UK’s Lamont Butler
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope gives an update on the status of injured guard Lamont Butler in Lexington on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025.
Mark Pope gives update on Lamont Butler, who has returned to non-contact practice
Butler has missed the previous games dealing with an injury, and Kentucky urgently needs their star guard back.
Uh-oh, Mark Pope's Kentucky basketball team offer a reminder of John Calipari as losses mount
Mark Pope’s Kentucky Wildcats don’t play any more defense than John Calipari’s final team that couldn’t guard a Division II ...
Mark Pope planning to tweak rotation ahead of Kentucky's matchup with South Carolina
Kentucky is looking to bounce back on Saturday against South Carolina after a blowout loss to Ole Miss, now losing four of ...
Mark Pope left ‘searching for answers’ after Kentucky’s ugliest loss of the season so far
There were a lot of questions after Kentucky’s poor showing at No. 25 Ole Miss on Tuesday night. What can the Wildcats do to ...
Kentucky basketball's Mark Pope reacts to Ole Miss' historic performance
Kentucky basketball head coach Mark Pope spoke about the loss to Ole Miss where they scored the most points ever in the ...
Kentucky vs South Carolina score today: UK basketball updates, highlights from SEC game
But when Pope looks at the Gamecocks, he sees a team with "great size" that is "really disciplined in what they do." So while ...
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Embarrassment Mounts for Mark Pope as Major Blunder vs. John Calipari Leads to Brutal National Media Reality Check
Mark Pope and his Kentucky Wildcats were riding high after taking down the then-8th seed Tennessee, setting the stage for an ...
Kentucky basketball's Mark Pope issues stern declaration after Wildcats' second-straight loss
Despite the Wildcats' showing some heart in the second half against the Rebels, Mark Pope is right. This is Kentucky. There ...
Kentucky Basketball Coach Admits To Locker Room Vandalism In Bloody-Handed Press Conference
Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope hasn't been thrilled with his team's performance over the last two games. The Wildcats have dropped back-to-back ...