Locked On Kentucky - Daily Podcast On Kentucky Wildcats Football & Basketball

The Kentucky Wildcats need to give Baylor Bears transfer Tounde Yessoufou a call before anybody else can steal him. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe explains why Kentucky basketball needs to go after Baylor basketball transfer Tounde Yessoufou. If Mark Pope can't land Tyran Stokes, Yessoufou is the second-best option at the same position. Also, Braydon Hawthorne is back - and h...

Syracuse transfer Donnie Freeman has committed to St. John's over the Kentucky Wildcats, and UK fans are in absolute shambles - as they should be. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe reacts to Donnie Freeman choosing SJU over Kentucky basketball. Mark Pope has once again whiffed on a top transfer portal target, and the current state of the roster is less than promising. UK now has...

Alex Wilkins has committed to the Kentucky Wildcats, and it's a big time add for Mark Pope's backcourt. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe breaks down the commitment of Furman Paladins guard Alex Wilkins to Kentucky basketball. Also, NC State sharpshooter Paul McNeil Jr is receiving Kentucky interest - and James Madison transfer Justin McBride is taking a visit with Kentucky bask...

Furman Paladins transfer Alex Wilkins took a visit with Kentucky basketball, and he could be exactly what Mark Pope needs. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Alex Wilkins' visit with the Kentucky Wildcats. While yes, Wilkins has his flaws, he has extremely high upside, especially when paired with Washington Huskies transfer Zoom Diallo. Also, FAU forward Devin Williams...

ESPN’s way-too-early Top 25 stirs the SEC—eight teams make the list, but are Ole Miss and Texas A&M overrated while Alabama falls to an unfamiliar No. 16? The SEC Squad breaks down the hottest rankings debates, including doubts about Pete Golding’s Ole Miss squad, the potential of Keelon Russell to spark Alabama’s offense, and whether new faces at Florida and Vanderbilt can shake up the status quo...

After a very stressful few days for Kentucky basketball, Zoom Diallo is a Kentucky Wildcat. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe reacts to Mark Pope adding Washington Huskies point guard Zoom Diallo to the roster. Kentucky needed a point guard, and had two options in Diallo and Rob Wright - with Wright choosing to return to BYU after taking a visit with the Kentucky Wildcats. Dawe...

Kentucky basketball's fanbase is currently melting down after Tyran Stokes and Rob Wright III left Lexington without committing... and reports indicate things didn't go so great with either player. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Mark Pope's visit with Stokes and Wright, why the sky isn't falling just yet, the future for the Kentucky Wildcats, and why Donnie Freeman'...

Tyran Stokes and Robert Wright III are currently visiting the Kentucky Wildcats. Can Mark Pope lock his two biggest targets of the offseason? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Stokes and Rob Wright visiting with Kentucky basketball, and what UK fans should expect of the visit. Dawe also takes a look at his transfer portal big board rankings, discussing how Stokes, Wrig...

SEC dynasty declared dead—has the Big Ten truly taken over college sports? Hosts break down the swirling narratives after Michigan claims the men’s basketball crown, Indiana shocks the football world, and UCLA dominates women’s hoops. Bold claims about SEC irrelevance meet real talk as insights from Ole Miss, Missouri, Auburn, and more weigh team pride against conference supremacy. Are roster cons...

Collin Chandler is leaving Kentucky basketball after two seasons in Lexington. Is this a big loss for Mark Pope? On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses Chandler leaving UK for the transfer portal. Reports indicate that Chandler asked for an insane amount of money to stay with the Kentucky Wildcats, which Pope and UK declined to match. Is this a significant loss, or can the...

The Kentucky Wildcats are strongly in the mix for Zoom Diallo, one of the best players in the transfer portal. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses reports surrounding Kentucky basketball and their pursuit of Zoom Diallo. The Washington Huskies guard could be a great add for the Wildcats - as well as Saint Mary's forward Paulius Murauskas. Also, Kam Williams is back, but...

Kentucky Wildcats secure a massive offseason boost as Malachi Moreno tests the NBA Draft waters but signals a strong chance of returning to Lexington - after reportedly turning down $4 million in transfer portal offers. Could Moreno's commitment make him one of college basketball’s top centers next season? Host Lance Dawe breaks down Moreno's loyalty, what scouts want to see, and why retaining him...

Kentucky Wildcats face another shakeup as Jasper Johnson and Brandon Garrison enter the transfer portal, sparking debate over whether these departures are truly significant losses for Big Blue Nation. Is Mark Pope’s staff making the bold moves needed to build a national championship roster, or do these changes signal deeper concerns for Kentucky basketball’s future? Host Lance Dawe breaks down Joh...

SEC newcomers and transfer standouts shake up spring football storylines—who will become household names by fall? Chris Gordy and the SEC Squad spotlight breakout candidates like Ole Miss’s Blake Purchase, Alabama’s new center Racin Delgatty, Auburn’s Byrum Brown, and LSU’s Jackson Harris while assessing major position battles, quarterback competitions, and under-the-radar threats across the confe...

Kentucky Wildcats basketball eyes a new era as Mark Pope targets key transfer portal prospects to ignite fresh momentum in Lexington. Can versatile additions like Tyrone Riley, Camren Hunter, and Brett Decker provide the shooting, defense, and experience the Wildcats need for a deep run next season? Host Lance Dawe breaks down how these potential roster moves, coupled with the uncertain return of...

Kentucky Wildcats face a pivotal turning point as Tyran Stokes' recruitment saga draws out, raising questions about roster construction and the future of Mark Pope's program. Will Stokes choose Kentucky or Kansas, and how will Bill Self's potential retirement impact this high-stakes decision?  Host Lance Dawe spotlights transfer targets Finley Bizjack (Butler) and Stefan Vaaks (Providence), both e...

Kentucky Wildcats reset their backcourt as Jaland Lowe exits, opening the door for major portal moves. With fresh NIL resources, is Kentucky poised to land the next elite point guard and revive its national title hopes? Host Lance Dawe explores possible targets like Dink Pate, analyzes staff strategy under Mark Pope, and breaks down how Lowe’s exit fuels big-game hunting for a floor general with b...

The Kentucky Wildcats have picked up their first commitment of the offseason - and it's at a position of desperate need. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe discusses the commitment of 4-star guard Mason Williams, the son of Mo Williams. Williams should add valuable depth to Kentucky basketball's guard rotation for next season, and Mark Pope needs that depth badly. Everydayer Club...

Kentucky Wildcats eye a game-changing boost as Tyran Stokes - 2026’s top recruit - remains undecided between Kentucky and Kansas. With Jason Hart leaving for SMU and Bill Self rumored to be retiring, will Kentucky’s financial advantage seal the deal? Lance Dawe spotlights how Champions Blue LLC and the $210M JMI deal put Kentucky ahead of the curve, poised to dominate the NIL race and transform th...

SEC contenders face massive spring questions—will quarterback battles and revamped offenses reshape the conference race? From Alabama’s search for its next offensive leader under Kalen DeBoer to South Carolina’s focus on health and offensive line depth, key programs tackle depth chart uncertainty and new coaching dynamics. Texas A&M, Auburn, Florida, and Oklahoma debut new coordinators, while Geor...

Kentucky Wildcats face a pivotal offseason as Mark Pope reshapes his staff and roster, introducing Keegan Brown as Associate Director of Player Development. Is a renewed focus on analytics and player development the missing ingredient for national title contention? Questions mount as Jason Hart exits, casting doubt on the Wildcats’ recruiting prowess and ability to attract top talent. Will Kentuck...

Kentucky Wildcats' season ends in meltdown fashion as Mark Pope's squad falls 82-63 to Iowa State, spotlighting roster flaws and coaching questions that could redefine the program’s future. Will major offseason moves be enough to restore Kentucky basketball’s elite status, or is a longer rebuild looming? Lance Dawe delivers a passionate recap, dissecting Kentucky’s collapse despite standout effort...

Otega Oweh hit the SHOT OF HIS LIFE to send an insane game vs Santa Clara to overtime, and the Kentucky Wildcats snuck out of the first round of the NCAA tournament with a wild win. On today's episode of Locked On Kentucky, Lance Dawe recaps Kentucky basketball's win over the Santa Clara Broncos. Oweh, Mo Dioubate, and Brandon Garrison played out of their minds. Mark Pope gets another game with th...

2026 SEC football win totals spark fierce debate—can Georgia and Texas clear 10 wins in a newly expanded nine-game SEC slate? Chris Gordy and the SEC Squad break down FanDuel’s early win projections, scrutinizing playoff favorites Georgia Bulldogs and Texas Longhorns. Heated analysis covers Alabama’s transition under Kalen DeBoer, Lane Kiffin’s high-stakes season with LSU, and whether Oklahoma, Ol...

Kentucky Wildcats eye a game-changing addition as veteran British point guard Quinn Ellis emerges as a top target. Could his elite playmaking and professional experience overhaul Kentucky’s backcourt and ignite a deeper NCAA Tournament run? Lance Dawe examines what Ellis brings to the table, weighs fan concerns about his three-point shooting, and outlines what the Wildcats need to unlock his poten...