Billy Gillispie Call-in Show Rundown 2/25/08
February 25, 2008
Here’s a recap of the Billy Gillispie radio call-in show from earlier this evening.
Tom Leach starts off with talk about the close wins the past couple of games. Mentions the ‘Cats finding ways to win close games. Read more
Some News for Monday
February 25, 2008
Honors
For the third time, Patrick Patterson was named SEC Freshman of the week.
For the Long Haul?
Suggestions that Billy Gillispie and UK won’t last the long haul. Should they ever part, John Pelphrey and Travis Ford would be logical choices. (Naughty Arkansas news) Read more
Early Sunday Headlines
February 24, 2008
It’s early, here are some headlines.
- A Weird Media Day For Kentucky
- Audio: UK-Arkansas post-game
- Arkansas at Kentucky — After action report
- Kentucky-Arkansas Game News and Notes
- Big Blue Nation Embraces Pelphrey
- Not just another game for Pelphrey
- Another day, another win
- DanceBlue raises more than $400000 for UK cancer clinic
- Being like Billy may not be such a bad thing
Kentucky vs Arkansas random thoughts
February 23, 2008
Another down the stretch thriller for the ‘Cats, including a little twist at the end.
I thought Perry Stevenson played one of his best all-around games ever. He did a fine job, coming up with some big plays. He may of found his favorite shot with that little jumper.
The ‘Cats started off a little sluggish, it seemed. Arkansas got off some open threes early. (We’ve allowed this to happen way too much this season.)
Ramel Bradley loves those dipsy-do type shots down the lane. Memories of the Brooklyn playgrounds, perhaps?
Is it me, or does Joe Crawford get called for a charge every game? It seems he’s always doing that inside drive to the basket and runs over someone every time.
I thought Patrick Patterson would get setup early, but it didn’t happen. Either they couldn’t get him the ball or wasn’t looking for him.
Arkansas came out more aggressive to start the second half. They started knocking down their shots and grabbing some offensive boards. Sonny Weems caught fire knocking down shot after shot. They also started controlling the tempo, which is a no no.
It was a good back and forth battle. Kentucky stepped up their defense and didn’t allow the Hogs a FG over a good period of time. As it’s been, the clutch free throw shooting paid off again.
I thought the seniors did a good job down the stretch, they made the plays when it mattered most.
The Twist
I’m sure that CBS was flooded with many lovely emails this evening. How nice was it for the game to cut-out with under a minute to go? Not only does it go to another game, it was the dUKe game. I had a few choice words myself, most of which weren’t that pretty. Let more of the conspiracy theories begin!
Anyway…
This was another (must) big win for Kentucky. We now stand at 15-10 overall, 9-3 in SEC play.
Next up for the ‘Cats…Ole Miss on Wednesday at 8:00 pm EST.
Kentucky defeats the Hogs 63-58
February 23, 2008
Clutch free throw shooting down the stretch helps Kentucky defeat Arkansas 63-58.
Seniors Ramel Bradley and Joe Crawford led UK with 18 points each. Freshman Patrick Patterson collected 14 points, along with 11 boards. Read more
UK vs Arkansas: Gameday News and Notes
February 23, 2008
Today’s SEC matchup between Kentucky and Arkansas is set for 2:00 pm EST.
KENTUCKY WILDCATS (14-10, 8-3 SEC) vs. Arkansas Razorbacks (18-7, 7-4 SEC)
Date: Saturday, Feb. 23
Time: 2:00 p.m. EST
Site: Lexington, KY - Rupp Arena
TV: CBS Game Audio: UK: [link] Yahoo!: [link]
Live Stats: [link] Read more
Headlines: What’s happening?
February 22, 2008
The latest Kentucky basketball related blog and news headlines making the rounds.
- As the Hopson Turns
- Gillispie’s style irks some players, but his aim is to make them better
- Hangin’ with the Hawgs
- Q&A: Bantering with Big Blue
- John Pelphrey Press Conference - The Kentucky Game
- Gillispie is holding out hope that Jodie Meeks will be able to return from a strained hip Flexor
- BASKETBALL: Razorbacks Look To Halt Losing Streak At Kentucky
- Gillispie and Hopson
- Macy to represent Kentucky
- Taking Out the Trash, Kentucky Wildcats-Style
- Nation’s top 50 basketball prospects
- Conference Check: SEC: A Weak Conference with a Clear Hierarchy
Hump Links
February 20, 2008
This week’s edition of ‘Hump Links’, featuring a little of this and a little of that.
Game Recap
Via ESPN, complete recap of the Kentucky’s win over Georgia last night.
Habits
Kentucky makes a habit of closing out close games, last night’s game another example of it.
You’re Done
Freshman walk-on Dusty Mills was kicked off the team for laughing during Kentucky’s game with Georgia back on Feb 2nd.
Cameras caught him, along with teammate Morakinyo (Mike) Williams laughing when Ramel Bradley was laying on the floor with a concussion after a hard foul.
“He looked at me, confronted me and said, ‘You’re done,’ ” Mills recalled on Tuesday. “I said, ‘Yes, sir,’ because, you know, I had no idea what he meant.”
Mills said he never got a chance to tell his side.
After the Georgia game last night, Gillispie said he gave Mills that chance.
“They all get chances.” “He was a real good member of the team for a little bit.”
Mike Williams is safe so far. Gillispie confirmed on his radio show Monday that he’s still on the team.
All-American
Unsigned standout Scotty Hopson was named a member of the McDonald’s All-American team.
Kentucky signees DeAndre Liggins and Darius Miller were left off.
Gone, Gone, Gone
Former wildcat Alex Legion plans to join Illinois basketball team next season.
Were there factors that made it hard to leave Kentucky?
“Yea, you know I really didn’t want to leave. But the whole sitting out, that’s probably the only factor I had - just to change the climate. Other than that, no.”
The people you left, were there any problems there?
Oh, not really. I have a lot of friends here. Coach Gillispie wasn’t happy for me to leave. I don’t think any coach wants a player to leave. But at the same time it’s business. They understand, I understand, and you just go on.
Vaught’s View
Larry Vaught hints at a rift between Jodie Meeks and Coach Billy Gillispie.
G.J. Vilarino
Despite the rumors, G.J. Vilarino says he’s still committed to playing for the ‘Cats.
