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The Chieftains led Kentucky by 11 points in the first half on two occasions. In fact, Seattle was still leading by a score of 60–58 with seven minutes to go in the game. However, led by the sharp shooting of Vernon Hatton and Johnny Cox , Kentucky mounted a strong rally at the end, eventually winning the game by a final score of 84–72.
In addition, Kentucky also finished ranked #1 in the final Associated Press poll. On the team were three players who had graduated at the conclusion of the previous academic year. When, at the last minute, the NCAA ruled these players ineligible from post-season play, Rupp decided to skip the 1954 NCAA Tournament in protest. [9]
The 1982–83 Kentucky Wildcats men's basketball team represented University of Kentucky in the 1982–83 NCAA Division I men's basketball season. The head coach was Joe B. Hall [ 1 ] and the team finished the season with an overall record of 23–8.
Kentucky basketball has 27 active players on NBA rosters, more than any school in the country. Here's how they're faring since reaching the pros.
From a former Kentucky Mr. Basketball to four players who were on the last Wildcats’ team to 25-year-old Jemarl Baker — yes, folks, he’s still in college — UK fans interested in keeping ...
A former Kentucky Mr. Basketball from Pendleton County High School, Allen showed flashes of his ability — especially in spurts behind the 3-point line — as a redshirt freshman during UK’s ...
Ironically, the students that did not compete were focusing more on their grades so they could graduate. [8] Despite Rick Pitino's intense coaching effort, the season included many difficult moments for the Wildcats, including a 150–95 loss to Kansas (which is the largest margin of defeat in Kentucky history). [ 9 ]
Throughout its history, the Kentucky basketball program has featured many notable and successful players, both on the collegiate level and the professional level. Five players have been named national player of the year, with Anthony Davis in 2012 and Oscar Tshiebwe in 2022 being consensus selections.