Sources Say Podcast
328 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago - ★★★★★ - 350 ratingsKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down all things Kentucky basketball and the latest in recruiting. In their weekly show, the duo will discuss the latest with the team, talk to high-level prospects, update listeners on the recruitments of UK's top targets, and analyze their respective games.
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TyTy Washington enters the draft, Bryce Hopkins hits the portal
April 08, 2022 23:05 - 25 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 178 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss TyTy Washington’s decision to test the NBA Draft and Bryce Hopkins entering the transfer portal. Among the highlights: TyTy Washington is officially headed to the NBA Why TyTy’s time at Kentucky should be viewed as a positive Pre-injury TyTy vs. post-injury How does he project as a pro? Bryce Hopkins heads to the transfer portal (as expected) Understanding frustration...
Keion Brooks enters draft, Kentucky contacts Johni Broome
April 05, 2022 22:43 - 39 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 177 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Keion Brooks Jr.'s decision to test the NBA Draft waters and what comes next regarding Kentucky's other stay-or-go decisions. Among the highlights: Brooks enters the draft. What will he ultimately do? Will both sides agree to move on? How Brooks' decision impacts the rest of the roster Bryce Hopkins weighs his options Oscar Tshiebwe's much-anticipated decision Will he...
McDonald's All-American Game report, draft notes
March 30, 2022 21:54 - 54 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 176 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the McDonald's All-American Game and how Kentucky's two signees performed in the prestigious event. The duo then closes the show by discussing new draft and transfer buzz. Among the highlights: Chris Livingston and Cason Wallace represent Kentucky Stats from the Wildcat duo How did they play? Livingston is a mismatch nightmare Wallace will be an instant fan-favorite A...
Kentucky makes surprise offer to unranked senior guard Adou Thiero
March 26, 2022 22:39 - 21 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 175 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss unranked senior guard Adou Thiero earning a surprise offer from John Calipari and the Kentucky Wildcats. What does it mean? Among the highlights: Thiero's connection to Calipari through his dad, who played at Memphis from 2002-05 Digging up old tweets from Calipari with pictures of Thiero as a kid Breaking down the impressive numbers from his senior season A 10-inch gro...
Dontaie Allen enters the transfer portal
March 24, 2022 18:29 - 44 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 174 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky guard Dontaie Allen's decision to enter the transfer portal. How did we get to this point and what comes next? Among the highlights: Dontaie Allen officially puts his name in the portal Allen met with John Calipari this week to discuss his future at Kentucky A parting of ways was inevitable Was he misused as a Wildcat? Potential options for the Pendleton Count...
Sources Say: Daimion Collins returns, John Calipari speaks, draft/transfer talk
March 23, 2022 22:33 - 1 hourKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 173 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the start of Kentucky's offseason, which includes the official return of Daimion Collins. What's next for the Wildcats? John Calipari makes first public comments since the loss Was it enough? Did it spark confidence moving forward? Daimion Collins returns to Kentucky Calipari says Collins can be the best player in college basketball next season Shaedon Sharpe's status ...
Kentucky crumbles in the NCAA Tournament, falls vs. Saint Peter's
March 19, 2022 04:54 - 1 hourKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 17 to talk through Kentucky's embarrassing loss in the NCAA Tournament to Saint Peter's and what comes next as the offseason unexpectedly begins. Among the highlights: Kentucky suffers its worst loss in school history Playing with fire finally gets the Wildcats burned Saint Peter's is who we thought they were Defensive miscues kill UK after weeks of declining play Guards shoot Kentucky out of the tournament T...
Kentucky takes on Saint Peter's in the NCAA Tournament
March 17, 2022 18:07 - 1 hourKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 171 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky’s game vs. Saint Peter's to open the NCAA Tournament and discuss what the Wildcats need to do to win and advance. Among the highlights: Scouting report of the Peacocks An underwhelming open practice for Kentucky's opponent A potential feel-good game for the Wildcats Kellan Grady must find his groove Could TyTy Washington's mother being in attendance help the s...
Kentucky loses to Tennessee in SEC Tournament; March Madness is here
March 14, 2022 23:12 - 47 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 170 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's loss to Tennessee in the SEC Tournament and break down the Wildcats' draw in the NCAA Tournament. Can UK make a run to the Final Four? Among the highlights: UK falls in Tampa on a historically poor shooting night Panic meter levels Where did Kellan Grady's confidence go? Uncharacteristic defensive mistakes Tennessee's guards win two of three head-to-head bat...
Kentucky defeats Vandy, takes on UT in SEC semifinals
March 12, 2022 17:21 - 52 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 169 of the Sources Say Podcast to recap Kentucky’s win over Vanderbilt in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals and preview today's rubber match vs. Tennessee in the semifinals. Among the highlights: Vanderbilt fights hard, but Kentucky holds off the Commodores Scotty Pippen Jr. goes cold, Jordan Wright explodes TyTy Washington gets his swagger back Sahvir Wheeler is playing the best basketball of his career A thir...
Kentucky takes on Vanderbilt to open SEC Tournament play
March 11, 2022 22:49 - 27 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to preview Kentucky's matchup against Vanderbilt in the SEC Tournament, live from Amalie Arena in Tampa. Among the highlights: Vanderbilt upsets Alabama to advance NCAA Tournament picture A clear path to a No. 1 seed Limiting Scotty Pippen Jr. Keys to stopping the Commodores Time for TyTy Washington to find his shot Something about Vandy for Davion Mintz... The Sources Say Podcast is brought to you by our friends at Ju...
Kentucky wins at Florida, SEC Tournament, Skyy Clark decommits
March 07, 2022 21:40 - 58 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 167 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's win at Florida, the SEC Tournament bracket and Skyy Clark's decommitment from Kentucky. Among the highlights: Another dominant performance for Oscar Tshiebwe Sahvir Wheeler playing his best basketball of the season Waiting for TyTy Washington to find his shot The SEC Tournament bracket is set Potential upsets in Tampa Revenge possibilities for Kentucky Sle...
Skyy Clark joins the show to discuss his decision to decommit from Kentucky
March 06, 2022 23:07 - 29 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Skyy Clark and Kenny Clark for episode 166 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the Kentucky signee's decision to decommit from the program and what comes next. Among the highlights: What led to Clark's decision to part ways with Kentucky? How did John Calipari react to the news? Is there still a chance he ends up at UK? Roster fit was a concern "The mental side of everything with the injury has been really tough" What's the next step for the Clark famil...
Kentucky travels to Gainesville for regular-season finale
March 05, 2022 16:53 - 28 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 165 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky’s regular-season finale at Florida and what's on the line regarding SEC and NCAA Tournament seeding. Among the highlights: A desperate Florida team looking to keep its postseason dreams alive How do the Wildcats stop Colin Castleton? Takeaways from the first head-to-head matchup Kentucky will be a No. 3 or No. 4 seed in Tampa An updated look at Bracketology O...
Kentucky wins on Senior Day; roster and recruiting updates
March 03, 2022 00:11 - 57 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 164 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's win over Ole Miss on Senior Night and answer questions about next year's roster and recruiting. Among the highlights: Davion Mintz and Kellan Grady honored on Senior Night Sahvir Wheeler and TyTy Washington return to full strength Oscar Tshiebwe continues to break records Defensive concerns Just get a win (and stay healthy) The latest on SEC and NCAA Tou...
Kentucky comes up short at Arkansas, SEC race up in the air
February 27, 2022 00:42 - 29 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 163 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s tough loss at Arkansas and where things stand in the SEC. Among the highlights: Sahvir Wheeler and TyTy Washington both play Arkansas is the hottest team in college basketball JD Notae is a star for the Razorbacks Oscar Tshiebwe is your National Player of the Year Kellan Grady and Davion Mintz combine for just five shots in the loss Poor late-game execut...
Kentucky travels to Fayetteville to take on Arkansas
February 25, 2022 23:20 - 37 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 162 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky’s road trip to Arkansas and discuss what the Wildcats must do to head home with a victory. Among the highlights: Will Sahvir Wheeler and TyTy Washington be available? Covering Arkansas star guard JD Notae Will Kellan Grady and Davion Mintz provide enough in the backcourt? A major opportunity for Oscar Tshiebwe Arkansas may be the hottest team in college basket...
Kentucky finishes off comeback win in revenge matchup vs. LSU
February 24, 2022 22:54 - 46 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 161 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's comeback win vs. LSU, highlighted by Bryce Hopkins' surprise 13-point performance. Among the highlights: Kentucky plays without Sahvir Wheeler and TyTy Washington Kellan Grady and Davion Mintz lead the charge at point guard Bryce Hopkins explodes for a career-high Drawing fouls and earning free points Oscar Tshiebwe dominates again Just three assists in the...
Kentucky's late season roster, draft and transfer portal updates
February 23, 2022 22:41 - 47 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 160 of the Sources Say Podcast to answer mailbag questions on Kentucky's current season, the draft, next year's roster and the transfer portal. Among the highlights: Kentucky's title chances this season Who else is a threat in college basketball? Teams you want to avoid in the NCAA Tournament What the Wildcats have to do to separate themselves from the rest Toughest matchups in the SEC Tournament Who will ret...
Kentucky looks for revenge vs. LSU at Rupp Arena
February 22, 2022 23:46 - 44 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 159 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's upcoming matchup against LSU and break down how the Wildcats can get revenge at Rupp Arena. Among the highlights: What went wrong in the first matchup? Limiting scoring droughts Will TyTy Washington and Sahvir Wheeler be back? Jacob Toppin could be the X-factor Oscar Tshiebwe is eligible to earn NIL money Will Tshiebwe return to school for his senior year? ...
Shorthanded Kentucky Wildcats roll the Tide at Rupp Arena
February 19, 2022 23:42 - 37 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 158 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's impressive shorthanded win against Alabama at Rupp Arena. Among the highlights: TyTy Washington and Sahvir Wheeler declared out before tip-off A ridiculous comeback to close out the first half Kellan Grady explodes from three Oscar Tshiebwe continues to dominate Kentucky's four spot emerges as a strength, not a weakness An unbelievable atmosphere at Rupp Ar...
Kentucky falls at Tennessee in revenge matchup
February 16, 2022 17:08 - 46 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 157 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s loss at Tennessee and what comes next for the Wildcats to close out the regular season. Among the highlights: Volunteers earn their revenge vs. the Wildcats Giving credit where it's due TyTy Washington and Jacob Toppin make surprise returns Should Washington have played? An impressive performance for Toppin A difficult road environment What it means for...
Kentucky heads to Knoxville to take on Tennessee
February 15, 2022 15:57 - 25 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 156 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's trip to Knoxville to take on the Tennessee Volunteers. Among the highlights: Volunteers looking for revenge Tennessee opens as a one-point favorite What's different between now and then? Kentucky's injury issues Who replaces TyTy Washington and Jacob Toppin if they are indeed out? Could Dontaie Allen play tonight? A tough road environment Lance Ware and O...
Jamie Shaw joins to discuss the new On3 recruiting rankings
February 14, 2022 21:42 - 1 hourKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by On3 basketball recruiting expert Jamie Shaw for episode 155 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down On3's newest recruiting rankings and Kentucky's signing class. Among the highlights: Joining On3 How the new rankings were created Discussing Kentucky's trio of signees Cason Wallace is a top-five prospect in the class Chris Livingston falls from No. 4 to No. 19 Skyy Clark tumbles to No. 44 following injury Other major risers/fallers Names to keep an eye...
Kentucky blows out Florida, TyTy Washington goes down
February 13, 2022 21:42 - 44 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 154 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s blowout win over Florida, TyTy Washington's injury, and the team's upcoming trip to Knoxville. Among the highlights: TyTy Washington goes down with a leg injury The latest on his anticipated return Oscar Tshiebwe dominates matchup vs. Colin Castleton Sahvir Wheeler is a game-changer with the ball in his hands How about Lance Ware? Kellan Grady and Davion...
Kentucky takes on Florida as it looks to earn No. 1 seed
February 11, 2022 22:34 - 35 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 153 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's matchup against the Florida Gators at it looks to earn a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. Among the highlights: What do you need to know about the Gators? Four-game winning streak A hot 3-point shooting team Colin Castleton returns to the lineup On the bubble A desperate Florida team looking for quality wins The crowd will make a difference One of the m...
Kentucky secures double-digit win at South Carolina
February 09, 2022 07:17 - 44 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 152 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s win at South Carolina and what comes next for the Wildcats. Among the highlights: Keion Brooks Jr. emerges as a consistent threat at the four Jacob Toppin goes down with an ankle injury Yet another dominant performance for Oscar Tshiebwe Kentucky moves up to No. 2 in the latest KenPom rankings Another inconsistent game for Sahvir Wheeler UK outrebounded ...
Kentucky travels to Columbia to take on fighting Frank Martins of South Carolina
February 08, 2022 19:36 - 38 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 151 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's matchup at South Carolina and discuss what the Wildcats have to do to leave Columbia with a win. Among the highlights: What to know about the Gamecocks Kentucky's struggles in Columbia A rock fight or an entertaining head-to-head matchup? Names to keep an eye on UK's keys to victory Shaedon Sharpe will not play this season A potential ejection for John Cal...
Shaedon Sharpe will not play this season; recruiting updates
February 07, 2022 22:09 - 1 hourKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Zack Geoghegan for episode 150 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Shaedon Sharpe's decision to sit out the current season and what it means for Kentucky’s recruiting efforts in 2022 and beyond. Among the highlights: Shaedon Sharpe will not play this season What does it mean? Will he go pro or come back in 2022-23? Nothing has changed on Sharpe's side -- that's what they're saying, at least Who would replace the five-star guard on next year's roster? Oth...
Kentucky earns impressive 11-point road win at Alabama
February 06, 2022 05:59 - 34 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 149 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's impressive double-digit road win at Alabama and what it means for the Wildcats moving forward. Among the highlights: An unexpected rock fight in Tuscaloosa Alabama with a historically poor shooting performance TyTy Washington breaks out of shooting slump Welcome to the show, Daimion Collins Kentucky locks up Alabama's standout guards Oscar Tshiebwe's worst ...
Kentucky travels to Alabama for track meet vs. Crimson Tide
February 05, 2022 20:14 - 54 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 148 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's trip to Tuscaloosa to take on the Alabama Crimson Tide. Among the highlights: Alabama is the most up and down team in college basketball Will the Tide get hot? A major mismatch in one area Kellan Grady wants a track meet Another huge resume opportunity for the Wildcats Can Kentucky be a No. 1 seed? Recruiting questions Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Kentucky overcomes "rat poison" to defeat Vanderbilt
February 03, 2022 23:58 - 55 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 147 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's win vs. Vanderbilt at home and break down why this team is capable of winning a national championship. Among the highlights: Kentucky nibbles on the rat poison -- but doesn't eat it all Davion Mintz ties a career-high with a heartwarming exchange to follow Keion Brooks Jr. finds consistency as a 20-point scorer A ho-hum double-double for Oscar Tshiebwe Offic...
Kentucky blows out No. 5 Kansas in Lawrence
January 30, 2022 04:45 - 42 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 146 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s blowout victory over No. 5 Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence. Among the highlights: Keion Brooks Jr. with a career-high 27 points Oscar Tshiebwe proves to be the real NPOY TyTy Washington returns for the Wildcats UK shuts down Ochai Agbaji Kentucky refuses to let go of the rope Advanced numbers from the win Is it the best road win of the Calipari e...
Kentucky looks to upset Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse in top-15 matchup
January 29, 2022 16:29 - 25 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 145 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's game at Kansas and what the Wildcats need to do to upset the No. 5 Jayhawks at Allen Fieldhouse Among the highlights: Will TyTy Washington play? Who steps up in case Kentucky is shorthanded? How does Kentucky handle Ochai Agbaji? An opportunity for Oscar Tshiebwe Individual matchups to keep an eye on Shaedon Sharpe is unlikely to make his debut Advanced nu...
Kellan Grady leads Kentucky to overtime victory over Mississippi State
January 26, 2022 23:51 - 36 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kentucky's hard-fought win in overtime over Mississippi State and what's next for the Wildcats as they prepare for Kansas. Among the highlights: Kellan Grady saves the day in overtime It's time to stop normalizing Oscar Tshiebwe's dominance Injuries continue to hurt the Wildcats Dontaie Allen with strong minutes off the bench No Shaedon Sharpe for the Cats (yet) Another rock fight Learn more about your ad cho...
Kentucky falls at Auburn, prepares for Mississippi State
January 25, 2022 21:06 - 44 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 143 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's loss at Auburn and preview the team's mid-week matchup against Mississippi State. Among the highlights: TyTy Washington and Sahvir Wheeler go down with injury Kentucky shows fight down the stretch in a hostile environment Why long-term optimism remains A clear difference between the LSU and Auburn losses Injury updates on Washington and Wheeler How does ...
Kentucky wins rock fight at Texas A&M, Shaedon Sharpe is draft eligible
January 20, 2022 23:26 - 37 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 142 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's win at Texas A&M and Shaedon Sharpe being declared eligible for the upcoming 2022 NBA Draft. Among the highlights: Sharpe ruled eligible for the draft. What does it mean? How does Kentucky respond? Will he ever play at UK? Potential recruits to replace him in the 2022 class Kentucky wins ugly in College Station Individual standouts Encouraging signs moving ...
Kentucky steamrolls Tennessee, heads to College Station
January 19, 2022 19:43 - 26 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 141 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's blowout win over Tennessee and the team's mid-week trip to College Station to take on Texas A&M. Among the highlights: Kentucky blows out Tennessee at home Updated analytics rank UK as a top-five team in college basketball, No. 4 in offense What's working right now for the offense? John Calipari nicknames this team the "Record Breakers" Things to know about ...
How Kentucky beats Tennessee at Rupp Arena
January 13, 2022 22:57 - 34 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 140 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's game against Tennessee and what the Wildcats need to do to defeat the Volunteers. Among the highlights: Leftovers from Kentucky vs. Vanderbilt Difference between three guards and three bigs is night and day Chin Coleman wants four guards in a "death lineup" What you need to know about Tennessee UK needs to start building a resume Kentucky's difficult road a...
Kentucky earns first road win at Vanderbilt
January 12, 2022 07:58 - 41 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 139 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s win at Vanderbilt and what it means moving forward. Among the highlights: Sahvir Wheeler misses a second consecutive game Oscar Tshiebwe makes history once again TyTy Washington continues to prove he's a star Three guards vs. three bigs Scotty Pippen Jr. explodes for 32 Kentucky sputters in the final six minutes Looking ahead to Tennessee Learn more ab...
Kentucky looks for first true road win at Vandy (Pregame Show)
January 11, 2022 20:07 - 46 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 138 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's game at Vanderbilt and discuss what the Wildcats need to do to secure their first true road win of the season. Among the highlights: Vanderbilt's biggest standouts Stopping Scotty Pippen Jr. A clear mismatch down low Vandy's scouting report on Kentucky UK moving forward with three-guard lineup Keion Brooks Jr. or Jacob Toppin? Or both? Sahvir Wheeler's ava...
Kentucky defeats Georgia in record-breaking performance for TyTy Washington
January 09, 2022 02:37 - 21 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 137 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's impressive home win over Georgia and the standout play of TyTy Washington and Oscar Tshiebwe. Among the highlights: TyTy Washington makes history with Sahvir Wheeler out Oscar Tshiebwe goes for an absurd 29 points and 17 rebounds Davion Mintz finally explodes from deep Bizarre lineups in the first half Shaedon Sharpe makes his Rupp Arena debut (kind of) Wha...
Georgia preview, Shaedon Sharpe, Skyy Clark
January 08, 2022 00:13 - 22 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 136 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky's game against Georgia, discuss the possibility of Shaedon Sharpe playing this season, and the return of Skyy Clark after tearing his ACL just six months ago. Among the highlights: Everything you need to know about the Georgia Bulldogs Recent performances, individual standouts and team trends Any reason for concern? John Calipari says Shaedon Sharpe is "a ways ...
Kentucky goes cold in the second half at LSU without starting backcourt
January 05, 2022 20:09 - 41 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 135 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's disappointing road loss at LSU and what comes next for the Wildcats. Among the highlights: Why the loss means nothing for the long-term potential of this team Kentucky loses its starting backcourt due to injury In-game frustrations are justified Three points in 12 minutes is inexcusable, regardless of who's on the floor Why no timeout late? Davion Mintz is ...
Kentucky destroys Missouri for first SEC win
December 31, 2021 00:08 - 39 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 134 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s dominant win over Missouri and look ahead to Tubby Smith's return to Rupp Arena. Among the highlights: Keion Brooks Jr. finds confidence in return from Christmas break Sahvir Wheeler is the underrated MVP TyTy Washington continues to be a silent assassin Kellan Grady needs more shots Oscar Tshiebwe's worst is better than everyone else's best Tubby Smith ...
Kentucky blows out North Carolina and Western Kentucky
December 24, 2021 03:57 - 56 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 133 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's dominant stretch of play in back-to-back blowout wins over North Carolina and Western Kentucky. Among the highlights: Kellan Grady explodes from deep TyTy Washington with a quiet 20 points Oscar Tshiebwe makes history (again) Keion Brooks Jr. or Jacob Toppin at the four? Bottom of the rotation questions What about Shaedon Sharpe? The value of Orlando An...
Kentucky falls to Notre Dame in South Bend
December 13, 2021 22:53 - 37 minutesKSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 132 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky’s loss at Notre Dame and what comes next for the program. Among the highlights: Not John Calipari's best coaching performance Kentucky's bad non-conference schedule comes back to bite the Wildcats What happened with Sahvir Wheeler? Not enough shot creation Oscar Tshiebwe is an NBA prospect Defense is an issue A tough trip to Vegas to take on Ohio State L...
Kentucky defeats Southern; the latest on Yohan Traore
December 08, 2021 22:38 - 33 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by "Big Blue Drew" Brown for episode 131 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's win over Southern, the team's upcoming trip to South Bend, and the latest on 5-star center Yohan Traore. Among the highlights: Oscar Tshiebwe dominates again TyTy Washington is a silent assassin Davion Mintz returns for the Wildcats Sean Woods raves about Sahvir Wheeler Cutting down the rotation. Who gets left out? Kentucky heads to Notre Dame What do the Wildcats h...
Kentucky cruises through home schedule, Robert Dillingham, and Oscar Tshiebwe-sized ducks
December 01, 2021 18:16 - 1 hourKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 130 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Kentucky's dominant play over the last week, what happened with Robert Dillingham, and answer questions from the mailbag. Among the highlights: Kentucky rolls through the home schedule Who has impressed the most? Any areas of improvement? TyTy Washington, Oscar Tshiebwe and Sahvir Wheeler lead the way Potential scares down the road -- Ohio State being a major one Robe...
Reed Sheppard is a Kentucky Wildcat
November 20, 2021 14:05 - 25 minutesKSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 129 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Reed Sheppard's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program. Among the highlights: Reed Sheppard is a Wildcat How did we get to this point? He passed the early eye test for John Calipari and his staff Kentucky rewards him with an early offer Who UK had to beat to land the five-star guard Why this commitment is so important for Big Blue Nation A scouting ...