BY ZACH SMART SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — An array of local players from the New York/New Jersey area will be on display at the Hoophall Classic this weekend. Here’s a look at some of the top names to watch: Kayden Allen, LUHI–While he has always been a versatile defender first, the Cincinnati-bound 6-foot-5 guard has steadily emerged to a go to source for LUHI. With an … [Read more...] about Array of local NY talent in Hoophall Classic
Kentucky off to worst start to SEC play in 20 years
By JAMES MADDEN Kentucky fell to 0-2 in SEC play for the first time since 2006, following its 73-68 loss to Missouri on Wednesday. After spending reportedly around $22 million on its roster, the Wildcats have fallen to 9-6 on the season overall. “It’s tough and not the way we intended to start SEC. When you go through hard times, and everybody does, the question is: … [Read more...] about Kentucky off to worst start to SEC play in 20 years
Four-star forward Joe Philon announces top five schools
By JAMES MADDEN Four-star forward Joe Philon announced his top five schools on Friday, Joe Tipton first reported. The 6-foot-9 senior from Montverde Academy (FL) is down to UCLA, Xavier, UNLV, Ohio State and South Florida. Philon recently played in the City of Palms Classic in Fort Myers, where he broke down two of the schools most heavily involved in his recruitment … [Read more...] about Four-star forward Joe Philon announces top five schools
Kentucky loses point guard minutes into St. John’s game
By ADAM ZAGORIA Kentucky point guard Jaland Lowe lasted only about 20 seconds before re-injuring his shoulder in Saturday’s game against No. 22 St. John’s in Atlanta. Lowe looked to sustain only minor contact in the lane before walking off the court in pain. He did return in the second half and hit a huge 3-pointer to give Kentucky a 73-57 lead. He finished with 13 … [Read more...] about Kentucky loses point guard minutes into St. John’s game
Rick Pitino says facing Kentucky in Atlanta will be a road game
BY ALEJANDRO LOPEZ For schools with followings as large as the blue bloods of college basketball, at times, neutral site games can feel more like road games for the opponents. That is exactly what St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino expects to feel when his team takes on Kentucky in Atlanta on Saturday. “It will be a hell of a game,” Pitino said. “It will be a tough game. … [Read more...] about Rick Pitino says facing Kentucky in Atlanta will be a road game