NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM
8KENTUCKY WILDCATS 14-3 · 4TH IN SEC
14-3 · 4TH IN SEC
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The Courier-Journal Kentucky basketball freshman TyTy Washington struggled in his debut against Duke but is already putting that performance behind him.
Tshiebwe 24 points, 16 boards lead No. 13 Kentucky over MSM
Oscar Tshiebwe had a career-high 24 points with 16 rebounds, TyTy Washington scored 16 points and No. 13 Kentucky shot well for the second consecutive game to run away from Mount S...NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lance Ware - Status uncertain for Friday Head coach John Calipari said after Tuesday's win that he's unsure if Ware (undisclosed) will play Friday against Ohio, Jerry Tipton of the Lexington Herald-Ledger reports.
Impact Ware was limited to just 10 minutes over the team's first two games due to an undisclosed injury he's been managing. The 6-9 sophomore began Tuesday warming up and then eventually stopped early and did not end up playing. It seems his status is certainly in question for Friday's contest, as more information will likely surface in the next few days.
NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lance Ware - Stops warming up, likely out Ware (undisclosed) is no longer warming up and appears to be out Tuesday versus Mount St. Mary's, Jon Hale of the Courier Journal reports.
Impact Ware was initially taking part in warmups but has ceased doing so and now appears set to miss the contest. He was limited to one minute of action in the last contest because of the injury and will now wait until Friday against Ohio to add to his season totals.
NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Lance Ware - Warming up pregame Ware (undisclosed) is warming up ahead of Tuesday's game against Mount St. Mary's, Jon Hale of the Courier Journal reports.
Impact Ware only played one minute in last week against Robert Morris due to injury. Whatever it was, it doesn't appear to be serious and Ware will be an option off the bench for coach Cal.
NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Toppin - Likely out Tuesday Toppin (shoulder) isn't on court for warmups prior to Tuesday's game against Mount St. Mary's, Jone Hale of the Courier Journal reports.
Impact Absent from warmups once again, Toppin will likely miss his second straight contest while dealing with a shoulder injury. The forward has been nursing the injury since the season began last week. Toppin should be considered day-to-day moving forward.
NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
College basketball: Andy Katz's observations from Week 1 of the season
From standout performances to buzzer-beaters, Andy Katz offers his takeaways from Week 1 in men's college basketball.NOVEMBER 16, 2021
Broome carries Morehead State past Kentucky Christian 82-57
Johni Broome posted 14 points and 15 rebounds to carry Morehead State to an 82-57 win over Kentucky ChristianNOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mt. St. Mary's faces tough test vs No. 13 Kentucky
No. 13 Kentucky presents a tough challenge for Mount St. Mary'sNOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Why John Calipari is not bringing back platoons despite Kentucky basketball minutes crunch Kentucky basketball's 11 healthy scholarship players all have a claim to a spot in the rotation, but John Calipari says he will not platoon...
NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM
UK football, basketball face same challenge NASHVILLE – It is uncanny how Kentucky’s football and basketball programs find themselves in similar situations in early November. Mark Stoo...
NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Morehead St. goes for first win vs Kentucky Christian
The Morehead State Eagles will be taking on the Knights of NAIA program Kentucky ChristianNOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Legend of Oscar leads to Calipari fears of rebound flopping Oscar Tshiebwe has now pulled down 20 rebounds in two consecutive games for what might be the first time in program history since Bob Burrow...
NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
CJ Fredrick - Likely out for season Fredrick (hamstring) will undergo surgery that will likely force him to miss the remainder of the season.
Impact Fredrick had missed the Wildcats' first two games of the season due to his hamstring injury, and he's unlikely to take the court during the 2021-22 campaign. Kellan Grady and Davion Mintz will likely take on increased roles for Kentucky with Fredrick unavailable.
NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 10 Kentucky routs Robert Morris 100-60 in home opener
Kellan Grady had 19 points, including four 3-pointers, Oscar Tshiebwe had 20 rebounds and 14 points and No. 10 Kentucky blew out Robert Morris 100-60 in its home opener on Friday n...NOVEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Jacob Toppin, C.J. Fredrick out for Kentucky basketball against Robert Morris Forward Jacob Toppin and guard C.J. Fredrick will not play for Kentucky men's basketball in the Wildcats' home opener versus Robert Morris.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM
CJ Fredrick - Spotted on crutches Fredrick (hamstring) was spotted on crutches prior to Friday's game against Robert Morris, John Clay of the Lexington Herald-Leader reports.
Impact Fredrick's appearance on crutches doesn't bode well for a swift return from an injury that has kept him out of commission of late. the junior will likely be given ample time to get healthy now that the competition level has dropped for a while.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Toppin - Missing from warmups Toppin isn't taking part in warmups ahead of Friday's game versus Robert Morris, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.
Impact Toppin played 23 minutes off the bench in the season opener but may have been operating under 100 percent in the contest given his absence from Friday's lineup. The junior has plenty of time to get healthy before the schedule toughens up again, so Toppin may be eased back in next time around.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
CJ Fredrick - Absent from warmups Fredrick (leg) isn't taking part in warmups ahead of Friday's game versus Robert Morris, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.
Impact Fredrick appears set to miss his second consecutive game to open the 2021-22 season as he continues to recover from a leg issue suffered during the summer. He has some time before the level of competition ramps up again, but Fredrick will likely look to get in on some action to get up to speed before it does.
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
As he prepares to face Robert Morris, Moon native John Calipari coaches in a world he helped create John Calipari is adamant that he doesn’t look back. When asked about it, sure, he’ll reflect on the various stops across his nearly 40-year....
NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
No. 10 Kentucky takes on Robert Morris
No. 10 Kentucky hosts Robert Morris in an early season matchupNOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
'Dude might run through a brick wall': How Oscar Tshiebwe makes Kentucky teammates better The list of problems with Kentucky basketball last season was long, but Oscar Tshiebwe has already proved one of the biggest has been fixed.
NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM
Kentucky signs foursome of five-star recruits for 2022 class
Kentucky has signed four five-star recruits for its 2022 class including consensus No. 1 prospect Shaedon Sharpe, who will enroll this springNOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Champions Classic: Kansas beats Michigan State, Duke tops Kentucky on festive opening night
The Champions Classic offered clues as to who among four traditional powerhouses is a title contender, Andy Katz writes.NOVEMBER 10, 2021
'We're gonna be fine': John Calipari still bullish on Kentucky's outlook after Duke loss The Wildcats showed fight in the Champions Classic but will need several players to develop. Calipari is confident that will happen.
NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
