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The Macks Featuring Maggie, Jack, and Zack (Ep. 7): Will there be a college basketball bubble? Aug 15, 2020

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Bubble talk, bubble talk, bubble talk. Will there be a college basketball bubble?

It’s a bubble heavy episode of The Macks as Jack, Maggie, and Zack dive into the NBA’s Bubble along with how the NCAA might create its own version. The crew also touches on a few other topics such as Devin Booker’s rise to stardom, the Kennedy Chandler announcement, and what might happen to women’s college basketball.

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The OTT: Friday Night Lights Rewatch, Pilot Episode Aug 14, 2020

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The OTT Podcast crew misses football, so we're diving headfirst into the next best thing: Friday Night Lights. Over the next few months, we will be recapping the NBC TV series (2006-2011), so whether it's your first time watching, like Fake Barney, or your millionth, like Tyler, follow along as we break down the drama in Dillon, Texas. You can stream the series for free without ads on Peacock, NBC's new streaming service.

For our first episode, we focused solely on the pilot. Highlights include...

-- Episode overview, first impressions of each character

-- Is this the best pilot episode of a TV series ever?

-- Barney doesn't like Tami Taylor, therefore Barney is stupid

-- Outdated pop culture references

...and much, much more! Each episode of #FNLonOTT will be available on the KSR YouTube page and our podcast feeds so you can either watch or listen.

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Sources Say Podcast Ep. 53: Kenny Payne, Bruiser Flint, CBB bubbles, and Bryce Hopkins Aug 13, 2020

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KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 53 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio of recruiting insiders discuss Kenny Payne taking the Knicks job, UK hiring Bruiser Flint as his replacement, the NCAA confirming college basketball bubbles are on the table, and Kentucky's interest in former Louisville commit Bryce Hopkins.

The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down Kenny Payne's decision to leave Kentucky for the New York Knicks, along with UK's anticipated hiring of veteran coach Bruiser Flint.

How bad does Payne's departure hurt Kentucky?
Could he return to Lexington one day?
What do Kentucky fans need to know about Bruiser Flint?
Is it a good or bad hire for UK?
A breakdown of the updated Kentucky coaching staff

Pilgrim, Graf, and Sisk then discuss the NCAA's announcement that college basketball will be played, and it could include bubbles.

"As long as basketball is being played safely anywhere in the world this season, we’ll be playing college basketball."
Mitch Barnhart speaks up, says "we're going to find a way to play"
What would a college basketball bubble look like? Could Kentucky host it?
Should fans feel confident about seeing this impressive UK squad?

The trio then breaks down UK's new interest in former Louisville commit Bryce Hopkins, followed by an interview with his head coach, Staunton Peck, to close out the show:

What do Kentucky fans need to know about UK's newest target?
Just how good can he be?
How high could he have shot up in the rankings if summer basketball was played?
Why did Hopkins decommit from Louisville? What is he looking for in his recruitment?
When is a decision expected?

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11 Personnel E55: Will Players Prevent the Big Ten from Canceling College Football? Aug 11, 2020

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Nick Roush and Adam Luckett planned on leading off the show by breaking down Kentucky's two additional 2020 SEC opponents. Unfortunately, the Big Ten had difference ideas for this week's 11 Personnel. They discuss a maddening 72 hours filled with ups and downs for college football fans. Highlights:

-- Luckett's fateful morning at Costco.

-- Kevin Warren's gone rogue and there's no going back.

-- Players collaborate better than the adults.

-- Too much praise for Scott Satterfield.

-- Are players actually safer on campus?

-- B1G made up their minds a long time ago.

-- Alabama and Ole Miss will have two different QBs by the time they play Kentucky.

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The Macks: Featuring Maggie, Jack, and Zack (Ep. 6) Aug 07, 2020

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The Macks are back! KSR’s next gen – also known as Maggie Davis, Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan – are back in their respective Zoom studios for another wild edition of their (almost) weekly show.

In today’s episode, the crew breaks down what a college basketball bubble might look like, what’s happening with EKU’s football team, and everyone’s thoughts on Two Keys Tavern being bought by Benny Snell. It’s another goodie, so make sure to tune in.

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11 Personnel E54: Opting Out, Practice Schedules and Pac-12 Unity Aug 06, 2020

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As we barrel closer to the start of the college football season, players are opting out and forming unions. News is flying off the shelves faster than ever. Nick Roush and Adam Luckett are prepared to discuss it all. A brief summary of the topics covered in the latest edition of 11 Personnel...

-- We're still waiting on an SEC schedule, but at least we have a practice schedule.

-- What happens at NCAA meetings.

-- When the NCAA lost its teeth.

-- Conditions at certain schools draw concern.

-- Big-time players are beginning to opt out; is this the start of a trend?

-- The most reasonable demands from the Pac-12 union and the early pushback.

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Sources Say Podcast Ep. 52: Kentucky temporarily pops the bubble, summer workouts, and player comparisons Aug 06, 2020

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KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 51 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio of recruiting insiders discuss Kentucky basketball’s decision to send players home for a week, UK’s summer workouts, new recruiting developments, and debate player comparisons for the 2020-21 roster.

The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down Kentucky's decision to temporarily pop the on-campus bubble for a one-week hiatus, along with some more scuttlebutt about the team's summer workouts.

How did the break come to fruition? Why did John Calipari send players home?
Was it a good idea to pop the bubble?
When will players be back? What will the process be like then?
Who has stood out in workouts over the last week?
One player continues to pick up praise...

Pilgrim, Graf, and Sisk then discuss the NCAA's announcement that they plan to start college basketball on time.

"As long as basketball is being played safely anywhere in the world this season, we’ll be playing college basketball."
Does the confidence give you hope that we'll be able to see this talented team?
With how great the NBA is doing with its setup, could we see a college basketball bubble?

They close the show by debating player comparisons for Kentucky's upcoming roster, along with a few recruiting notes.

Who are the best pro comparisons for this roster?
Former UK player comparisons?
Skyy Clark says he's announcing a commitment soon. What's the latest?
UK reaches out to a new prospect
Is Kentucky trending toward a small recruiting class?

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The Macks, featuring Maggie, Jack, and Zack (Ep. 5) Aug 03, 2020

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Today, the gang talks about how MLB is royally screwing themselves, and Maggie is impressed with how the NBA is handling things. But… How did Nerlens Noel forget to get his daily COVID-19 test?! Jack discusses the latest Olivier Sarr news, and Zack dives into this season’s UK Hoops potential. Plus, why does Jack knows so much about drive-through strip clubs

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11 Personnel E53: SEC and ACC Conference-Only Scheduling Chaos Jul 31, 2020

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The ACC and SEC's dramatic schedule changes brought Nick Roush and Adam Luckett back on the microphones for the second podcast this week. Shortly after ACC announced it would play the 10+1 scheduling format this fall, the SEC decided to play only ten conference games among its league members. KSR's dynamic duo breaks down what exactly happened, the implications of the decision and what it means for Kentucky. Highlights:

-- Why the ACC actually won't end up playing that nonconference game.

-- The Coastal Wheel of Destiny is dead.

-- Benefits and potential worries about there delayed start.

-- Divisions are the worst. WHAT WAS THE SEC THINKING?!?!?!

-- How money may have ultimately drove the SEC to abandon nonconference rivalry games.

-- For the first time, Vandy will have home field advantage.

-- Two small pieces of scoop.

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Sources Say Podcast Ep. 51: UK Summer Workouts, Kenny Payne, Adam Kunkel, and the NBA Combine Jul 30, 2020

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KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 51 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio of recruiting insiders discuss the latest with Kentucky basketball’s summer workouts, the New York Knicks potentially having interest in Kenny Payne, Adam Kunkel’s commitment to Xavier, among several other topics.

The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down the early standouts of UK basketball's summer workouts.

What was the initial reaction to players arriving on campus?
Who is looking good in the early workouts?
Who needs to separate themselves leading into the season?

Pilgrim, Graf, and Sisk then discuss the New York Knicks' interest in Kenny Payne and the chances Kentucky will need to find a new assistant coach.

Why are the Knicks interested with Payne?
Has contact been made between the two parties?
What do you need to know about KP's side of things?
How significant of a loss would it be?
Who would UK look at to replace Payne if he were to leave?

They close the show by discussing Adam Kunkel's commitment to Xavier and where things fell through with Kentucky. Then, they discuss the list of 105 names being considered for the NBA Draft Combine and why EJ Montgomery was the only former Wildcat left out.

A behind the scenes look at Kunkel's recruitment
The back-and-forth on Kentucky's side of things
Why did UK not take the next step forward?
Five Kentucky players make the initial list of potential invitees to the NBA Draft Combine
Why did EJ Montgomery not make the cut?
Will he look back and regret his decision to enter the draft?

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