Sources Say Podcast

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 111 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Jalen Duren's commitment to Memphis and whether John Calipari made the right decision in passing on Kofi Cockburn, among other topics. Among the highlights: Duren commits to Memphis. Did UK make the right choice making a push for the five-star center? Kentucky's risk to turn dow...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Zack Geoghegan to discuss the latest in Kentucky's recruiting efforts in 2022 from Peach Jam and this week's NBPA Top 100 Camp. Who are UK's top targets? Is there a dream class in mind for the program? Could we see a commitment in the near future? Among the highlights: Top performers at Peach Jam and NBPA Top 100 Shaedon Sharpe is on commitment watch Cason Wallace a...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kofi Cockburn's decision to return to Illinois and Kentucky's involvement throughout the star center's recruitment. Then, the Sources Say crew breaks down the latest on UK's chances to land Jalen Duren and why the staff remains confident despite growing skepticism among national sources. Among the highlights: Just how in...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Illinois star center Kofi Cockburn's scheduled decision on Friday and the latest on Kentucky's chances. Then, the Sources Say crew breaks down the latest on CJ Fredrick's minor surgery that will keep him out the majority of the summer (but won't impact his eligibility when the season begins). Among the highlights: Kofi C...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down Davion Mintz's decision to return to Kentucky and what it means for the program. They also discuss Kofi Cockburn's decision to enter the transfer portal and the chances UK gets involved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 106 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Jalen Duren's visit to Kentucky and UK's chances going into the final stretch of his recruitment. Among the topics: The No. 1 prospect in the nation visits Kentucky. Where do things stand? What happened during the visit? Handicapping the leaders Miami poses a threat, but what ab...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 105 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss the latest with five-star center Jalen Duren and Gov. Andy Beshear issuing an executive order on name, image and likeness in the state of Kentucky. What does it all mean? Among the highlights: Student-athletes in Kentucky can now make money from their name, image and likeness (a...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Reed Sheppard's impressive play this weekend at the Titans Rockets Summer Shootout in Shelbyville, Kentucky expressing early interest, coaches showing up to watch the four-star guard and why his recruitment may be the most polarizing of any during the John Calipari era in Lexington. Then, the Sources Say duo discusses Ke...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan discuss their trip to Las Vegas to watch some of Kentucky's top targets at the 2021 Pangos All-American Camp. Among the highlights: What's the deal with Jalen Duren? Is he seriously considering his college options? Does UK have a shot? Dereck Lively II is a future star (and a must-offer for Kentucky) Keyonte George and Anthony Black are two of Texas' top stars...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss the return of Keion Brooks Jr. for a junior year and the official departure of Isaiah Jackson, who declared for the draft on Friday. Among the highlights: What does Brooks' return mean for Kentucky? How did we get to this point? Jackson leaves for the draft (as expected) Is Davion Mintz coming back?  An update on the mov...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 101 to discuss Sahvir Wheeler's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. Among the highlights:  Wheeler chooses UK over Kansas, LSU and Oklahoma State How did we get to this point? UK's momentum is back Kentucky gets the best playmaker in the SEC Wheeler and TyTy Washington will complemen...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down TyTy Washington's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program next season. They also discuss the latest with Sahvir Wheeler and UK's chances to land the Georgia guard transfer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for a...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss the possibility of Georgia transfer Sahvir Wheeler signing with Kentucky, the latest on TyTy Washington's recruitment, and the possibility of UK wrapping up its backcourt for 2021-22 by the end of the weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pe...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Zack Geoghegan (KSR) and Shawn Smith (Go Big Blue Country) to discuss their trip to Memphis for the Iverson Classic, including scouting reports on Daimion Collins, Bryce Hopkins and TyTy Washington, along with recruiting updates on UK's top remaining targets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss the highly-anticipated additions of Orlando Antigua and Chin Coleman to the Kentucky coaching staff, what it means for the program moving forward, and several recruiting updates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Iowa sharpshooter CJ Fredrick's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program both immediately and in the long term.  Among the highlights: After months of speculation, Fredrick is finally a Wildcat. You wanted shooting? You got it Breaking down the ridiculous shooting numbers Fredrick, Kellan Grady and Dontai...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Nolan Hickman's decommitment from Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. Among the highlights: UK currently has no point guards signed for 2021-22 Hickman becomes the first player to back out of a letter of intent under John Calipari What led to the decommitment? Breaking down comments from Hickman's...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to talk about the tragic passing of Terrence Clarke, the latest in Kentucky's search for two new assistant coaches, and a few updates on draft and transfer decisions for current Wildcats. Among the highlights: A tribute to Terrence Clarke, a beloved player both on and off the floor How that tragic day unfolded through our eyes Memo...

Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan discuss their trip to the MADE Hoops Midwest Mania event in Indianapolis to scout current and future Kentucky basketball targets, along with the latest in each prospect's recruitment. Among the highlights: What was it like to be back on the road? All eyes were on Emoni Bates vs. Jalen Duren. Who won the head-to-head matchup?  Duren looks like he was built in a facto...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss a wild weekend in the world of Kentucky basketball, including the latest rumors and news on potential staff changes and Iowa sharpshooter CJ Fredrick entering the transfer portal, among other updates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal dat...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss the growing list of names Kentucky has reached out to in the transfer portal and John Calipari's plan to fill the 2021-22 roster. Does he have one right now? Among the highlights: The latest with Davion Mintz and Keion Brooks Jr. Marcus Carr would be the perfect addition alongside UK's standout shooters Bryce Hopkins rec...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Devin Askew's decision to enter the transfer portal, potential replacements at the point guard position, and draft news, among other roster updates. Among the highlights: Is Askew's departure a surprise? How did we get to this point? Was the freshman point guard recruited over?  Who are the potential replacement options?...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Kentucky high school sports guru Troy Howell to break down this week's KHSAA Sweet 16 at Rupp Arena and who could be crowned champion. Among the highlights: A game-by-game breakdown of the opening round, which begins Wednesday. Who moves on? Who are the biggest favorites?  Projected winners from both sides of the bracket Who may be on upset alert? (It is March Madne...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down Kellan Grady's commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward.  Among the highlights: Kentucky finds its shooter in the transfer portal Grady has four years of experience, 17 PPG every season at Davidson. Shot 38.2% from three last year. Where does the newest Wildcat fit into the rotation? Ken...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 87 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss new draft decisions, new returnees, and names popping up in the transfer portal, among other topics. Some of the highlights: Isaiah Jackson, Terrence Clarke and BJ Boston enter the draft Why did Clarke and Boston enter without testing the waters, despite falling draft stock? Almo...