Sources Say Podcast

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim breaks down 2022 guard Adou Thiero's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program. Among the highlights: What is the newest Wildcat's game? How did his commitment happen? A potential player comparison How does he fit in with the other players on the roster? Early expectations Will Kentucky add another piece? A date to keep an eye on for new options Hosted by Simpleca...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 185 of the Sources Say Podcast to answer questions about Adou Thiero's upcoming commitment, the latest with Shaedon Sharpe, finding Jai Lucas' replacement and more. Among the highlights: Adou Thiero is set to commit. Will it be Kentucky? What can fans expect from the three-star guard? Anything new with Shaedon Sharpe? B...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 184 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Jai Lucas' decision to leave Kentucky for Duke and what it means for the Wildcats moving forward. Among the highlights: A major blow for the program, no other way to put it Why now? Going to UK's bitter rival stings Was this a surprise in the basketball world? Frustrations are v...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 183 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Antonio Reeves' commitment to Kentucky and everything that happened behind the scenes. Among the highlights: A silent commitment following the official visit Waiting for a public announcement (and the buzz this past weekend) A drama-filled 24 hours leading up to the commitment R...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 182 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Shaedon Sharpe's decision to test the NBA Draft waters and everything that happened behind the scenes. Among the highlights: Shaedon Sharpe declares, but maintains his eligibility Multiple reports indicate Sharpe will keep his name in the draft Where did this all begin? A clear...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 181 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Oscar Tshiebwe's decision to return to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. Among the highlights: Kentucky gets its superstar back for year two The first NPOY to return to school since Tyler Hansbrough There will now be a part two to Tshiebwe's story in Lex...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 180 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the latest on  Kentucky’s  roster, including new rumors and speculation regarding Shaedon Sharpe and Oscar Tshiebwe. Among the highlights: Kentucky team notes from an NBA scout at the Jordan Brand Classic What's going on with Shaedon Sharpe? What do teams think about Sharpe's dr...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 179 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the latest on Kentucky's roster, including updates on Oscar Tshiebwe and Shaedon Sharpe. Among the highlights: Oscar Tshiebwe is nearing a decision Where is all of the optimism coming from? What would his return mean to the program? Shaedon Sharpe will enter the draft, but witho...

KSR’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...

KSR’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...

KSR’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...

KSR'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...

KSR’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 o...

KSR'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 sa...

KSR'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...

KSR’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 Kel...

KSR'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...

KSR’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 Washi...

KSR'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...

KSR'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...

KSR'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...

KSR’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-hea...

KSR'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...

KSR’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 Yea...

KSR’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 backco...