One week of summer workouts down, seven more to go for the Kentucky Wildcats. The Joe Craft Center is the home of one of the deepest rosters in college basketball competing at the highest level ahead of the 2025-26 season, and now, intel is starting to roll in highlighting some of the early standouts. Who looks the part? Sources Say breaks it down while also rolling through USA Basketball leftovers from Colorado Springs, Tay Kinney’s official visit to Lexington, the practice gym redesign with de...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 401
In today’s episode of Sources Say, we dive into the standout performances of Jasper Johnson and Malachi Moreno at Team USA Camp. Kentucky fans, this one’s for you—Jamie Shaw joins us to offer expert insight on how these young Wildcats held their own against top-tier talent with Mark Pope in attendance.
Jun 18, 2025•44 min•Ep. 400
Sources Say is LIVE! Camp season is in full swing, Kentucky’s heading to Arkansas, and Otega Oweh’s rocking a new haircut—and a new mindset for his senior year. We’re breaking down the father-child camps, the massive NCAA pay-for-play settlement, and Vince Marrow’s stunning move from Kentucky to Louisville. Buckle up.
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 399
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith answer your questions from KSBoard.
Jun 05, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 398
It may not be the late-night Sources Say we were all hoping for — remember the Jaxson Robinson draft deadline special at midnight? — but it’s the news we all wanted. Otega Oweh is BACK, announcing his return to Kentucky at the withdrawal deadline, giving the Wildcats a title-contending roster in 2025-26.
May 29, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 397
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break down the addition of Braydon Hawthorne to next years roster.
May 21, 2025•48 min•Ep. 396
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith return for another episode of the Sources Say Podcast to talk all things Kentucky basketball Tonight they will also be joined by the newest addition to the Kentucky basketball team, Reece Potter. Optimal Living Services partners with clients to increase their awareness of issues and empowers them to develop the skills to manage these challenges. We believe that every individual has obstacles they will need to face, and that the services our team provides will give ho...
May 15, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 395
Just when it appeared the offseason was over, Mark Pope decided to throw a nice little curveball by confirming Kentucky is, in fact, looking to add not one, but multiple pieces to close out the 2025-26 roster. The catch? None are expected to be difference-makers this season, the Wildcats pushing for a redshirt signing or two, maybe a portal player with one year of eligibility remaining looking to live out the dream in Lexington? One way or another, the UK head coach says he’s looking all over th...
May 01, 2025•52 min•Ep. 393
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith return for another episode of Sources Say to discuss this monster of a roster that Mark Pope and his staff have put together. They also talk about the news of Travis Perry entering the transfer portal and who Kentucky may go after to replace him
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 392
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith return for another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Kentucky has got a number of new players and Mark Pope is still searching for a final piece to cap off this already loaded roster.
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 391
Jack Pilgrim and Steven Peake are on their way back from the cursed city of Indianapolis where the Kentucky Wildcats lost 78-65 to the Tennessee Volunteers in the Sweet 16. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Mar 29, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 390
Jack Pilgrim is live from Indianapolis where he will be joined by Shawn Smith to talk about tomorrow's colossal showdown between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Tennessee Volunteers in the Sweet 16. SeatGeek's got you covered. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Mar 27, 2025•58 min•Ep. 389
It’s time to do something that has never been done before in the HISTORY of the Sources Say Podcast: a Sweet 16 show! KSR is back from a crazy trip to Milwaukee, ready to break down the team’s massive wins over Troy and Illinois to advance to the second weekend for the first time since 2019. How did they get there? What are their chances in round three against the Tennessee Volunteers with a spot in the Elite Eight on the line? Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatge...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 388
Kentucky basketball got it's first tournament win since 2023 after beating Troy on Friday, now they will get a shot at advancing to the Sweet 16 on Sunday. Jack Pilgrim, Tyler Thompson, and Steven Peake break down the game, talk Wilson Evo basketballs, and prepare you for the Cats and the Fighting Illinis on a jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max ...
Mar 23, 2025•40 min•Ep. 387
Kentucky basketball begins their first NCAA Tournament journey under Mark Pope tonight at 7:10PM vs Troy. Jack Pilgrim and a plethora of guests breakdown the match-up from the media hotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. SeatGeek's got you covered. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 386
Jack and Shawn break down Kentucky's first SEC Tournament of the Mark Pope era, Selection Sunday, and get you ready for the first NCAA Tournament of the Mark Pope Era. All of that and more in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. SeatGeek's got you covered. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 385
Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan recap the action from Nashville the morning after Otega Oweh rescued Kentucky with another game winner against the Oklahoma Sooners. Jack and Zack also talk about the Lamont Butler injury and preview the Quarterfinal matchup with the Alabama Crimson Tide. Use code KSR10 for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/KSR10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount
Mar 14, 2025•37 min•Ep. 384
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Mar 13, 2025•31 min•Ep. 383
Mark Pope just wrapped up a historic regular season at Kentucky, and now it's time for the real fun to begin—the SEC Tournament! In this episode of Sources Say, we break down how Pope transformed this team, recap the final regular season game, and preview Kentucky’s path to a potential SEC Championship. 🏀 Topics Covered: 🔹 How Mark Pope led Kentucky to a record-breaking season 🔹 Key takeaways from the final regular season game 🔹 SEC Tournament bracket breakdown & potential matchups 🔹 Pl...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 382
What. A. Night. Everything was going against Kentucky in Norman as Oklahoma fought for a big-time upset for the Sooners’ postseason chances — and then Otega Oweh happened. The former OU guard scored the final 18 points and 21 of the last 23, including a game-winner to put UK on top and leave his old school with a CRAZY victory on the road. We also got some injury news on Lamont Butler and Jaxson Robinson as they returned to the floor for the first time in weeks, only one finishing the game with ...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 381
Jack Pilgrim is joined by The Ringer's J. Kyle Mann to talk all things Kentucky basketball -- including the loss at Alabama, the latest with injuries, postseason expectations, and what the future looks like under Mark Pope. All of that and more on another jam-packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast. Thanks to Club Blue, Circa Sports, Monticello Bank and Rhoback for sponsoring the show!
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 380
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith recap and breakdown the action from Kentucky's 82-61 blowout win at Rupp Arena, preview Saturday's game vs Alabama, and talk SEC Tournament seedings. All of that and more in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say Podcast.
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 379
Kentucky collapsed late down in Austin, they now must get revenge on the Vanderbilt Commodores to avoid dropping a seed line. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith tell you all about it in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say podcast.
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 378
The Kentucky Wildcats earned a regular season sweep of the Tennessee Volunteers on Tuesday night in Rupp Arena. Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith break it all down for you in another jam packed episode of the Sources Say podcast. Sources Say is presented by Monitcello Bank, Circa Sports , and Club Blue
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 377
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 376
Jack Pilgrim and Shawn Smith breakdown the loss to Arkansas, injuries, and things to look forward to in the Kentucky basketball program. Thanks to Club Blue and Circa Sports for sponsoring the show.
Feb 02, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 375
The moment you’ve all been waiting for is here, John Calipari making his highly anticipated return to Lexington, walking into Rupp Arena for the very first time as an Arkansas Razorback. The Hogs aren’t very good, but this matchup is so much bigger than team personnel or strengths vs. weaknesses. It’s about emotions and nostalgia, living in the Twilight Zone as the guy who led the program for 15 years is now at an SEC rival. The Sources Say crew talks through those emotions and our take on the g...
Feb 01, 2025•49 min•Ep. 374
Kentucky basketball got a big win at Tennessee on Tuesday night. Shawn Smith and Jack Pilgrim break it all down for you and then talk with guest Dennis Johnson about an upcoming event in Kentucky featuring the UK commit. Thanks to Circa Sports and Club Blue for sponsoring our show!
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 373
Kentucky basketball fell to the Vanderbilt Commodores in Nashville on Saturday, 74-69. KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Steven Peake discuss it on their way back to Kentucky.
Jan 28, 2025•55 min•Ep. 372
Coming into Tuesday night’s game against Kentucky, the Wildcats’ main focus always centered around keeping the Aggies off the glass, especially on their own missed shots. Texas A&M brought a 44 percent offensive rebounding rate into Lexington and was coming off a 19 offensive rebound performance in a close loss to Alabama over the weekend. Even without a towering seven-footer, Texas A&M’s pure physicality and willingness to make the game ugly has allowed them to live on the boards this s...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 371
