It was a hectic week in North Augusta. Now the KSR crew gets to talk about it! What was it like watching the Cayden Daughtry show in person? How did the other top Kentucky targets stack up at Peach Jam? Anything to keep in mind about the coaching staff’s evaluation decisions, in terms of where they set up shop during the live period and when? The Sources Say crew has some takes to share. That, plus Kentucky’s win over La Familia last week before the latter’s run in The Basketball Tournament. What do you need to know about how things unfolded in the Joe Craft Center? And how concerned should we be about the Wildcat injuries that condensed the scrimmage? Sources Say is brought to you by today’s sponsors, BetMGM and ZenAI Looking for bigger potential payouts? Use your BetMGM Any Sport Parlay Boost Token to increase the odds on an eligible parlay and take your wager to the next level. ZenAI is the home of vibecasting, a new way to capture and share conversations. It helps anyone turn a conversation into something worth sharing – a podcast, a reel, or a TikTok with no production skills required. Hit record on your phone, have a real conversation, and ZenAI’s AI producer handles the rest — cleanup, clips, all of it — that simple. Right now, ZenAI’s paying new vibecasters to make their first sportscast about their favorite team. Go live during the game, or record your takes after. Bring your own co-host, or find one in ZenAI’s network.

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ZenAI is currently in invite-only beta so head to zen - dot - ai to join the waitlist, .http://bit.ly/zenAI_bpp_sourcessay Jack, Shawn and Spencer go live to break down the latest Kentucky basketball summer practice intel, including surprise names making noise, growing optimism around Mark Pope’s roster, the search for a 15th player and Mitch Barnhart’s final day as Kentucky’s athletic director.

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Is Mark Pope on the cusp of reeling in his next big fish? Sources Say is ready to go LIVE to talk through the latest with Serbian star Nikola Kusturica and Kentucky‘s push to get it across the finish line. How close are we to a commitment and what are the potential snags, if any? And, more importantly, what kind of impact can he make in Lexington if the Wildcats can pull this one off? Jack Pilgrim and Zack Geoghegan break it all down LIVE on the KSR YouTube channel.

What a couple of weeks it has been for Mark Pope and the Kentucky Wildcats, starting with Malachi Moreno’s return to Lexington and followed by the high-profile additions of Milan Momcilovic out of the portal and Ryan Hampton in the high school ranks. It was a one, two, three punch of top returning talent, transfer talent and future talent to address now and later with some of the third-year coach’s lingering recruiting questions. Can he bring in top guys? Well, now you know. Sources Say was on vacation last week, joining Pope on the beach — but not accomplishing nearly as much, outside of drinking and eating a ton. We’re back and as okay as ever, though, ready to break down this massive stretch for the Wildcats and what’s to come with summer practice now just days away. Why is it so important for the entire 14-man roster to be on campus together, and, more specifically, healthy together? Is it the start of Dark Pope’s big turnaround, now with a beard to match the growing chip on his shoulder?

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A decision is coming for Donnie Freeman — and it doesn’t sound like things are going in Kentucky’s direction with St. John’s moving toward a comeback victory for the Syracuse transfer. Considering how things unfolded with Colorado’s Sebastian Rancik and his move to Florida State, the options are limited for Mark Pope and company at the position, assuming they can’t figure things out with Freeman. What’s next for the Wildcats? And should Big Blue Nation be panicking? Justin McBride is the obvious name to keep an eye on, set to visit Lexington on Wednesday.

It’s the craziest time of the year as Mark Pope looks to rebuild the Kentucky roster going into his third season in Lexington, the portal officially opening this week with the list of available names approaching 2,000. Who will be the additions capable of bringing the Wildcats back to title contention? UK is casting a wide net early with new options being added and taken off the list seemingly by the minute. That’s why Sources Say and Here Comes the Boom are coming together for another joint episode of the show on the KSR YouTube Channel to get to the bottom of the serious targets and those probably safe to ignore, for now.

The most crucial offseason of Mark Pope’s career has officially begun, Kentucky not only adding a point guard, but the point guard’s dad — former All-Star Mo Williams joining as an assistant and bringing his four-star son with him. Those are the biggest dominoes up to this point, along with Jaland Lowe’s decision to enter the transfer portal and two staff departures in Jason Hart and Alvin Brooks III. What do we think of the early moves of Pope and what do we expect to come next? Sources Say goes LIVE for an early afternoon edition of the show. Tune in on the KSR YouTube channel below: Special thanks to today’s sponsors: PARLOUR and BetMGM! Make PARLOUR your game day destination! From award-winning pizzas like The Dr. or fan favorite Hot Honey Pepperoni to PARLOUR’s famous house-smoked wings and extensive craft beer selection, PARLOUR has a menu that will please the whole family! Their location on Harrodsburg Road is just a short drive from Rupp Arena. Don’t miss out on their great Happy Hour. Come in Monday thru Friday from 2-6pm to enjoy discounted pints, cocktails, and starters. Parlour is looking forward to celebrating two new locations during the first half of 2026. Coming soon to Lexington Hamburg and Richmond, KY. Whether you’re sipping a hand-crafted cocktail or sharing one of our signature pizzas, PARLOUR is a place where great food and good times come together naturally. You know what this time of year means for college hoops! Lock in for every game and make your March moment when you bet with boosted odds with our friends at BetMGM! Activate your Odds Boost Token for any March Matchups bet and you’ll receive a bigger payout if your bet wins.