Sources Say Podcast

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Can Kentucky build off LSU win with difficult stretch ahead? Jan 26, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 80 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's blowout victory over LSU and the team's difficult road ahead against Alabama and Texas. Are UK's postseason dreams still alive?

Among the topics:

State of the program since SEC play began
What was LSU thinking pressing UK?
Can Kentucky pull off the upset at Alabama?
An interesting stat that favors the Wildcats
An updated look at UK's postseason hopes. What's the road to get there?
Why this may be the most important week of the season
Oscar Tshiebwe update... When will he arrive on campus?
What kind of help will Tshiebwe provide?

Is there a path to the NCAA Tournament for Kentucky? Jan 23, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 79 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's NCAA Tournament chances following back-to-back losses at Auburn and Georgia and preview the team's game against LSU.

Among the topics:

BJ Boston shines at Georgia, but everyone else struggles
Where does UK go from here?
An extremely difficult stretch of the schedule begins...
Are Kentucky's postseason dreams crushed at this point?
How did we get to this point?
A new meaning of "must-win" games

Kentucky disappoints (again) at Auburn Jan 16, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 78 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's horrendous loss at Auburn and John Calipari's questionable coaching decisions that led to the team's second consecutive defeat.

Among the topics:

Calipari's in-game coaching decisions were questionable, at best
Rotation, lineup and substitution issues
Breaking down the postgame comments and why they don't make any sense
Selective criticism is an issue
Praising Jacob Toppin, Dontaie Allen and Devin Askew
Why BJ Boston coming off the bench could be a good thing for all parties involved

Kentucky reverts in lopsided loss to Alabama Jan 13, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 77 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's disappointing home loss to Alabama and the program's emotional day following the tragic passing of Ben Jordan.

The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down the 85-65 loss from start to finish. Among the topics:

UK's offensive performance was a disaster
Alabama was the 3-point shooting team we thought they were
Breaking down the breakdowns on both ends of the floor
Dissecting John Calipari's questionable comments about the offense
Does Terrence Clarke give UK the perimeter defender it needs?
Regardless of final score, Isaiah Jackson is a special defensive talent
Devin Askew continues to grow, but he's not a complete product... yet

Pilgrim and Smith then close out the show by talking through Jordan's death and the emotional impact it has made on the program.

A crushing blow for the UK Athletics community
What Jordan meant to the Kentucky basketball program and the school as a whole
A much-needed reminder that there is more to life than basketball
Perspective...

Oscar Tshiebwe commits to KENTUCKY; UK crushes UF Jan 11, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 76 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Oscar Tshiebwe's commitment to Kentucky and UK's blowout victory over Florida in Gainesville.

The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down Tshiebwe's addition and what it means for the Kentucky basketball program.

What is Kentucky getting in Oscar Tshiebwe?
How did the commitment come to fruition?
Why did the former five-star center leave West Virginia?
Addressing Bob Huggins' comments regarding his departure
UK's frontcourt for 2021-22 is nearly set

Then, Pilgrim and Smith discuss Kentucky's blowout win at Florida and the team's 3-0 start to conference play.

Keion Brooks Jr. returns with a vengeance
Impressive point guard play
BJ Boston has his best game as a Wildcat
Is UK flipping the script on the season?
A massive opportunity Tuesday evening

Keion Brooks returns, UK heads to Gainesville Jan 09, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 75 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Keion Brooks Jr.'s return to the Kentucky lineup and the team's upcoming trip to Gainesville.

Among the topics:

Keion Brooks Jr. is back
What should we expect out of the sophomore forward?
How Brooks changes Kentucky's offense
Brooks and Dontaie Allen will help space the floor for BJ Boston and Olivier Sarr
Calipari's comments on Allen and the redshirt freshman's response
Allen has to play and work through his defensive breakdowns
Boston needs his breakthrough moment in Gainesville
What do you need to know about Florida?
How does UK head home with a victory?

The Sources Say crew ends the show with a quick update on West Virginia transfer Oscar Tshiebwe and where things stand heading down the home stretch of his recruitment.

Who are the finalists?
Latest rumblings
What would his addition mean to the program?

Davion Mintz hits a game-winner to beat Vanderbilt Jan 06, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kentucky's close victory over Vanderbilt, one that included a game-winning three for Davion Mintz, the return of Dontaie Allen, Olivier Sarr emerging as a star in the frontcourt and continued struggles for BJ Boston, among other topics

The Dontaie Allen Game Jan 03, 2021

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 73 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Dontaie Allen's superstar performance in Starkville and what the double-overtime victory over Mississippi State means for the program.

Among the topics:

John Calipari (happily) eats crow after the win
Allen takes advantage of his opportunity
A behind-the scenes look at the Falmouth, KY native's breakout performance
Why Allen's big night means so much for the state
Devin Askew and Lance Ware were tremendous in the win
Bruiser Flint's Kentucky head coaching debut was a massive success
What does the win mean for UK moving forward?

Can Kentucky turn things around in Starkville? Jan 02, 2021

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KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 72 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky’s upcoming matchup against Mississippi State in Starkville, a must-win for the Wildcats.

Among the topics:

UK is desperate for a win
Takeaways from Kentucky’s scrimmage against Transylvania
Is Dontaie Allen’s moment coming?
Why role players are so vital for the future of the program
What do you need to know about the Bulldogs?
Keys to a Kentucky victory
Score and MVP predictions

Kentucky falls to Louisville to move to 1-6 on the year Dec 27, 2020

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KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated and Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kentucky's loss to Louisville and the abysmal 1-6 start to the season. The crew uses this episode as a group therapy session to vent about how things are going and whether John Calipari can turn things around this season.

Among the topics: