Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving, Big Blue Nation! Kentucky is coming off back-to-back wins over Loyola (Md.) and Tennessee Tech — impressive efforts for the Wildcats leading to massive blowouts — but all eyes are on the week ahead with a pair of ranked opportunities waiting after a disappointing start to the year in such matchups at Louisville and in the Champions Classic vs. Michigan State. What went well for the Cats against the Greyhounds and Golden Eagles? Is any of it sustainable, especially with the new-look starting lineup featuring Kam Williams and Malachi Moreno? Will Otega Oweh be able to step up on the big stage for the first time this season? How do you shut down former UK target Caleb Wilson? Special thanks to today’s Sources Say sponsors, LG&E and KU, SeatGeek and Monticello Bank! LG&E and KU knows that when the lights go out, it can feel like a full-court press. But staying in the know is an easy win. Update your phone number in the LG&E and KU mobile app or in My Account. If the power goes out, you’ll get play-by-play texts from 454-358 with outage updates, safety information, and time estimates for power restoration. Can’t text? No problem. We’ll call the landline on your account with the same updates so you’re never left in the dark. Because in the dark, there’s no defense. But with LG&E and KU, you’ve always got a team working to get the lights back on and let you know the game plan. Update your number today at lge-ku.com/outages. Change the game with Rhoback, a proud partner of KSR. Get the best fit and the best feel with their incredibly comfortable activewear. From polos and q-zips to shorts and delta performance pants, you will look good and feel good with Rhoback. Use promo code KSR for 20% off your first purchase at Rhoback.com — the perfect holiday gift for the diehard Kentucky fan in your life. Sources Say is also excited to partner with Monticello Bank. Enjoy the home court advantage with Monticello Bank’s HELOC Special and use the equity you’ve built in your home to finance special home projects and improvements! Score big with a fantastic introductory rate and attractive closing costs. With 21 locations in 15 counties across Kentucky, we’re just around the corner, so hurry in and speak with one of our Mortgage Lenders about this limited time offer today! Find us on the web at MBCBANK.COM. Monticello Bank, Where People Matter. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith breakdown Kentucky's 96-88 loss to the Louisville Cardinals on Tuesday night in the KFC Yum! Center.

Vibes couldn’t be higher in Lexington, Kentucky steamrolling Florida in football after steamrolling Valparaiso in basketball — with women’s basketball, volleyball and men’s soccer still to come on this glorious Sunday. It’s a great weekend to be a Wildcat, but for now, we’re going to focus on the fun on the hardwood with Sources Say, recapping that Friday win at Rupp Arena and what it means ahead of the trip to Louisville to take on the Cardinals on Tuesday. How are we feeling ahead of the rivalry matchup? UK is now No. 1 in the latest KenPom rankings — and that’s a sign that the Cats can be a legitimate Final Four team. We talk about all of that, plus the latest on Christian Collins and Pope’s push to secure his commitment (and if it means anything for Tyran Stokes). Special thanks to today’s sponsors, LG&E and KU, SeatGeek and BetMGM! LG&E and KU knows that when the lights go out, it can feel like a full-court press. But staying in the know is an easy win. Update your phone number in the LG&E and KU mobile app or in My Account. If the power goes out, you’ll get play-by-play texts from 454-358 with outage updates, safety information, and time estimates for power restoration. Can’t text? No problem. We’ll call the landline on your account with the same updates so you’re never left in the dark. Because in the dark, there’s no defense. But with LG&E and KU, you’ve always got a team working to get the lights back on and let you know the game plan. Update your number today at lge-ku.com/outages. Use our code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*:https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount. If you haven’t signed up for BetMGM yet, use bonus code ON3 and you will get up to a $1500 First Bet Offer on your first wager with BetMGM! Here’s how it works: Download the BetMGM app and sign-up using bonus code ON3. Deposit at least $10 and place your first wager on any game. You will receive up to $1500 in bonus bets if your bet loses! Just make sure you use bonus code ON3 when you sign up! Make this college basketball season one for the history books. Make it legendary. Disclaimer: See BetMGM.com for Terms. 21+ only. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, Ontario, or Puerto Rico. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-327-5050 (MA), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). First Bet Offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Rewards are non-withdrawable bonus bets that expire in 7 days. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel.

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What a start for the Cats, eh? We talked about this team as a legitimate championship contender all offseason, and Kentucky backed up that chatter by mopping the floor with No. 1 Purdue in the exhibition opener. It didn’t count for anything, but as far as measuring sticks go, they don’t get much better — especially down your All-SEC point guard and a potential top-five draft pick. As dumb Boilermaker fans continue to yap about how much it doesn’t matter and how much Big Blue Nation is apparently obsessing over the win, though, we’ll move on to a Georgetown preview to talk UK’s exhibition finale on Thursday. Can the Wildcats take care of business in the same way before transitioning to regular season action?

What a time to be alive! It’s No. 9 Kentucky vs. No. 1 Purdue to open the 2025-26 college basketball season inside Rupp Arena and there is truly nothing better. Sources Say is BACK to break down the Cats taking on the Boilermakers in what is certain to be the best exhibition battle of all time. But first, what’s the deal with Jaland Lowe? He went down with a shoulder injury in the Blue-White Game and his status is in question for Friday. When will he be back? What kind of loss is it in the meantime and who will need to step up? We talk about that, plus all of the good, bad and ugly that came elsewhere in the intrasquad scrimmage.

KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan break down everything they heard at SEC Media Days. Myron Medcalf joins the show to share his thoughts on Day 1 in Birmingham as well as his thoughts on the Kentucky Wildcats.

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Is Kentucky the best team in the SEC? Find out what Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith have to say in the Sources Say SEC Power Rankings Show

Kentucky basketball assistant coach Mikhail McLean joins Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith to talk about how practice has gone so far and expectations for the 2025-26 UK basketball season. Jack and Shawn also discuss: - Bruce Pearl retiring - Reed Sheppard's opportunity in Houston - CBS Classic / Champions Classic start times

KSR's Jack Pilgrim drives Field of 68's Jeff Goodman and Rob Dauster to the airport while picking their brains about what they saw at Kentucky's practice this afternoon.

Jack Pilgrim and Spencer Smith discuss the plans for Kentucky basketball's new practice facility and more practice intel on another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast.

Kentucky's Alvin Brooks III joins Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith to talk about last basketball season and the goals heading into the 2025-26 season.

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith talk with ESPN's Jay Bilas about last season's Kentucky basketball team and what fans should expect from the 2025-26 edition of Kentucky Wildcat basketball. It's another jampacked episode of the Sources Say Podcast presented by Club Blue and Angels Envy.

Summer is over and the Wildcats are heading back to campus for the real stuff. Kentucky‘s fall semester starts on August 25 with players trickling in this week — including none other than Andrija Jelavić, who finally arrived this past weekend. Jayden Quaintance is back, too, and he’s ramping up his on-court work ahead of his debut in Lexington. What can we expect out of Jelavić and Quaintance in 2025-26? How does that impact everything else we know about the team coming out of eight weeks of summer workouts? Also, John Wall has retired from basketball. Can you believe that? Coach Cal’s first rockstar has hung up the sneakers, so we’ll take a trip down memory lane there, too, along with sharing all of Mark Pope’s updates from his latest 70-minute podcast appearance. Why wouldn’t we talk about a podcast on a podcast?

Jack Pilgrim, and Spencer Smith break down what they have seen and heard from Kentucky's Summer Practices. Also: MVP, MIP, Biggest Surprise and Biggest Question Mark from eight weeks of workouts. What is the team's best shooting lineup, best defensive lineup and best end-of-game lineup?

What’s up with Otega Oweh in a boot? Is Andrija Jelavic here yet? How about Tyran Stokes talking about going to a school that won’t duck the smoke? Sources Say is back to break it all down — plus answer fan questions from KSBoard about the latest from Kentucky basketball summer practice, which wraps up this week. It’s a show with Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith you won’t want to miss. Tune in below: You can find all past and future episodes of the show by subscribing to the official Sources Say Podcast feed on iTunes right here. Located in the heart of Downtown Louisville, Angel’s Envy Distillery is a must-visit destination for bourbon enthusiasts. Immerse yourself in tours, tastings, and cocktail classes that engage every sense, and learn to refine your palate. Open seven days a week, book your experience now. Disclaimer: Must be 21+. Please drink responsibly. Note: Minors are allowed on tours. Special thanks to today’s sponsors, Club Blue, Rhoback and Angel’s Envy Distillery! Club Blue is the official collective partner of the University of Kentucky — and also the title sponsor of the Sources Say Podcast. Club Blue was founded by UK fans strictly to support the NIL efforts at the University of Kentucky. Unlike most collectives, 100% of subscriber money and 100% of donor money goes directly to NIL, Club Blue charges no fees. Club Blue subscribers receive some amazing benefits like invitations to special events, meet and greets with UK athletes, signed merchandise, monthly giveaways, ticket giveaways, Club Blue merch and more. Subscribe today at www.clubbluenil.com. You get to pick which sport you want to support when you sign up. Choose Your Sport and Support, with Club Blue!

Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith are back for JAM PACKED show of Sources Say presented by Club Blue. Today they talk summer practice intel, recruiting updates, and this team's potential.