Sources Say Podcast

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 75 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Keion Brooks Jr.'s return to the Kentucky lineup and the team's upcoming trip to Gainesville. Among the topics: Keion Brooks Jr. is back What should we expect out of the sophomore forward? How Brooks changes Kentucky's offense Brooks and Dontaie Allen will help space the floor...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kentucky's close victory over Vanderbilt, one that included a game-winning three for Davion Mintz, the return of Dontaie Allen, Olivier Sarr emerging as a star in the frontcourt and continued struggles for BJ Boston, among other topics Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 73 of the Sources Say Podcast to discuss Dontaie Allen's superstar performance in Starkville and what the double-overtime victory over Mississippi State means for the program. Among the topics: John Calipari (happily) eats crow after the win Allen takes advantage of his opportunity A behind-the scenes look at the Falmou...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 72 of the Sources Say Podcast to preview Kentucky’s upcoming matchup against Mississippi State in Starkville, a must-win for the Wildcats. Among the topics: UK is desperate for a win Takeaways from Kentucky’s scrimmage against Transylvania Is Dontaie Allen’s moment coming? Why role players are so vital for the future of...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated and Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss Kentucky's loss to Louisville and the abysmal 1-6 start to the season. The crew uses this episode as a group therapy session to vent about how things are going and whether John Calipari can turn things around this season. Among the topics: Kentucky can't win games if Davion Mintz and Ja...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 70 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's loss to North Carolina in the CBS Sports Classic, sideline antics, the postgame press conference mess with John Calipari and Keion Brooks Jr., Cam'Ron Fletcher stepping away from the program, and much, much more. The Sources Say crew starts the show with an added se...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 69 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's loss to Notre Dame, the team's disappointing effort in the first half to find itself down by a record margin, the impressive comeback effort in the second half, and much, much more.  Among the topics: Thoughts after 20 minutes of action... (We almost got our first e...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 68 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky's embarrassing loss to Georgia Tech in the Holiday Hoopsgiving and what's next for the Wildcats.  Among the topics: How did the loss come to fruition?  Where was the effort? Is this one of the worst losses in the Calipari era in Lexington? Calipari leaves the press co...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated to break down Kentucky's loss to Richmond in the team's second game of the season and what needs to change as they head to Indianapolis to take on Kansas in the Champions Classic.  Among the topics: Where did things go wrong for the Wildcats? A lackadaisical second-half effort  3-point shooting wo...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down Kentucky's blowout victory over Morehead State to open the season and what's next for the 2020-21 Wildcats. Among the topics: Breaking down the numbers BJ Boston and Terrence Clarke impress in their Kentucky debuts Devin Askew and Davion Mintz look the part in their point guard roles Cam'Ron Fletcher makes a strong im...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 65 of the Sources Say Podcast to break down Kentucky basketball's Pro Day, the official measurements and testing results released afterward, UK's early signing class, the NBA Draft, and more.  The Sources Say crew begins the show by discussing UK's Pro Day and expectations for the upcoming season. BJ Boston is as good a...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated and Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down Daimion Collins' massive commitment to Kentucky and what it means for the program moving forward. How did the commitment come to fruition?  What does it mean for the program?  Just how good can Collins be? Breaking down Kentucky's full recruiting class Who is next in line to join? Co...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated to discuss the 6-foot-7 forward's game, the back-and-forth in his recruitment, and what it means for UK's efforts in the class of 2021 moving forward. Who is Bryce Hopkins? Breaking down the newest Wildcat's game How did he go from future Cardinal to future Wildcat? Where does Kentucky go from here? Then, Hopkins' father, Clyde, joins...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to break down Kentucky's newest basketball commitment, 2022 five-star guard Skyy Clark. Among the topics discussed: Back-to-back days of MASSIVE news for UK What does Clark's commitment mean for Kentucky? Just how good is Clark? How did the commitment come to fruition? Will he stick with 2022 or reclassify to 2021? How will this im...

Olivier Sarr and Jacob Toppin have officially received their waivers and are eligible to play during the 2020-21 college basketball season.  To break down the massive news, KSR's Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated and Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country to discuss how we got to this point, what it means, and whether or not Kentucky can now win a national title.  Among the topi...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 60 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the duo discuss Kentucky football's massive victory against the Tennessee Volunteers and the NCAA making two massive rulings this past week. Then, 2021 five-star guard Hunter Sallis and his head coach, Tim Cannon, join the show! They start the show with a surprise topic, Kentucky foo...

KSR's Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan return for a bonus episode of the Sources Say Podcast to break down the NBA Bubble coming to a close and Anthony Davis earning a ring as the Los Angeles Lakers are crowned NBA champions. Among the topics discussed:  A four-month journey in Orlando comes to a close Does this feel like a "real" NBA championship?  John Calipari's first NBA champion. Is this the s...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated and Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 58 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio discuss UK requesting immediate eligibility for Jacob Toppin, where things stand with Olivier Sarr, and the latest with Kentucky's top recruiting targets. Then, 2021 five-star forward Daimion Collins and his head coach, Jarrod Boston, join...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 57 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the duo discuss the NCAA approving Olivier Sarr's waiver, waiting on the SEC, Skyy Clark setting a commitment date, Hunter Sallis' decision timeline, and Bryce Hopkins cutting his list to five this weekend. They start the show talking about Sarr's status and whether this week's news is g...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 56 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio discuss the latest with Kentucky basketball's offers in the class of 2021 and who may be favoring the Wildcats.  One by one, Pilgrim, Graf and Sisk discuss the latest with Kentucky's top targets and where things stand with each. Patrick Baldwin Jr. Duke and Milwa...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 55 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio discuss Nolan Hickman's commitment to Kentucky, UK cutting ties with Brandon Huntley-Hatfield, and the latest with other big-name UK targets. Then, the brand new Kentucky commitment joins the show with his head coach to break down his surprise announcement, what...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf of Cats Illustrated and Shawn Smith of Go Big Blue Country for episode 54 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio discuss Paolo Banchero's surprise commitment to Duke, UK pushing to hire Texas assistant Jai Lucas, and Kentucky's recruitment of Skyy Clark, Bryce Hopkins and Hunter Sallis. The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down Banchero's...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 53 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio of recruiting insiders discuss Kenny Payne taking the Knicks job, UK hiring Bruiser Flint as his replacement, the NCAA confirming college basketball bubbles are on the table, and Kentucky's interest in former Louisville commit Bryce Hopkins. The Sources Say crew...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 51 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio of recruiting insiders discuss Kentucky basketball’s decision to send players home for a week, UK’s summer workouts, new recruiting developments, and debate player comparisons for the 2020-21 roster. The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking down Kentucky'...

KSR’s Jack Pilgrim is joined by Travis Graf and David Sisk of Cats Illustrated for episode 51 of the Sources Say Podcast, where the trio of recruiting insiders discuss the latest with Kentucky basketball’s summer workouts, the New York Knicks potentially having interest in Kenny Payne, Adam Kunkel’s commitment to Xavier, among several other topics.  The Sources Say crew starts the show by breaking...