Honestly was what I thought. Got 11 other dudes. But one is younger Hawthorne. One is Potter. Now we're down to 9. Another is older Hawthorne. Now we're at 8. Oof. And that includes Mason Williams. Oof again.
Morton injured
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One issue is pope just cant find kids that want to play for him. We end up getting whomever we can buy and every time they sneeze theyre out for months. Their nil is guaranteed so they have no incentive.
It isn't just us. The nil leverage in favor of college basketball players is just insane right now. Random bench guys are getting paid a million or close. Its just insane.
well, we don't play Georgia or Texas. I don't think we'll beat LSU this season...but, if you can't look at this product and see the trajectory going the right way, then I don't know what to tell you. Along those same lines, I can look at our basketball team and see the reverse in terms of trajectory and I'm just not excited. I'll still watch, but I no longer get upset when we play bad. It's fallen so far that I almost expect it and I'm surprised when we play well. To be clear, this isn't just a Pope thing either. I LOVE the guy. I just don't think he's good enough. We played on Wednesday of the SEC tourney last year and I don't see us being much better than 6th or 7th this year. I hope I'm wrong, but I don't see it.
Unfortunately you think Kentucky basketball is going to beat those with this coaching staff? LSU possibly. Georgia they have yet to beat. Record against Texas 1-1 and Florida 1-3.
I didn't pay too much attention during the basketball portal season. Is this a big loss?
I have very low expectations going into this year (which is sad to say, but good for my emotions), but should this lower my expectations even more?
I have very low expectations going into this year (which is sad to say, but good for my emotions), but should this lower my expectations even more?
playing on crappy turf, at least they have an excuse. that field should be outlawed, btw
Pope now has his built-in excuses at the end of the season. SEC wasn't very nice to us. Injuries. Blah blah blah.
Yeah, Mark Pope is responsible for the injuries. You sold it. I am a believer. Darn Pope!!
Hurts depth more than anything I think. One of the first guards off the bench
That sucks. Hopefully it's not too bad and he recovers quickly.
On a related note, it seems like our basketball program is missing possible NIL opportunities with Ace bandages, Icy Hot and Advil. We keep those companies in business lately.
On a related note, it seems like our basketball program is missing possible NIL opportunities with Ace bandages, Icy Hot and Advil. We keep those companies in business lately.
Here we go. The dude will have a metal leg by the time the season starts.
We have had injuries for years. This is nothing new.
We have injuries on legit teams like 1997 and 2014 and 2015 that probably cost us 3 titles. Popes injuries havent bothered me because we weren't gonna win anything anyways.
Didnt even recognize the name. Now part of that is just the state of the sport..but part of it is just another roster that doesnt do much for me. Its hard to get excited about a Washington St. Transfer..
Maybe not this year, in Steins first year as a HC as a 37-year old. But I honestly think if I had to bet, id wager that UK will beat a Bama/Georgia/LSU/Florida before it makes an E8 under Pope.. and I might even also wager that Stein will get us to the football playoff before Pope gets us a Final4. I dont think those are wild statements to make, and it really tells you the state of the two programs.
“ I understand the assignment”
Eventhough I’ve never gotten Kentucky talent ever or been able to do anything close to that in my coaching career.
Eventhough I’ve never gotten Kentucky talent ever or been able to do anything close to that in my coaching career.
I understand the frustration, but Pope just finished his 2nd year here. Not his 19th year here, his 2nd.
So how does a meh coach become an awesome coach at Kentucky? Calipari, Pitino, Tubby - all those guys crushed it before they came here.
The UK historic winning % is almost 77%. Pope's never had one season of over 75% in eleven years.
All of us know how this story ends. Mitchell was Pope's ticket to an extension and it didn't happen. He has two more seasons. Possibly just one.
There’s no way boosters are going to put up with a 4th year if he drops the ball this year.
If Mark Pope loses 10+ games while falling to the middle or lower half of the SEC and fails to at least make a deep run in the tournament and he’s allowed to return for a 4th year I’m fairly certain the UK admin has given up being a basketball power. We’re dead in the water. We’re the new Indiana.
Even Mark Stoops wasn’t allowed to come back for another year after 2 straight years of suckage.
I love Kentucky and was very hopeful for Pope but after his stubbornness, injuries, and his awe shucks attitude, I just want to backhand him in the face.
Dumb Arses can’t help themselves. Kentucky has a bunch of backwards low IQ idiots. Someone taught them how to post. Rafters was born.
Let's see what Pope can do with a healthy Jerone Morton. I think he should get a 1 year extension, better luck next year, coach!
And on the 6th day, god created hall monitors! Thanks for all you do, it really is appreciated.
He's coached over 12 years if you can't recruit by then you never will
Likely a minor meniscus tear since no surgery has been scheduled. He should be back in 4-6 weeks.
Pope has been coaching basketball at some level for 15 years.
I'm afraid losing Morton would hurt more than we may realize. If his injury is season-ending it would seem that M. Williams may have to play a ton. I think he's a special talent when it comes to shooting touch (3pt. & mid-range) and he's got a solid body. . . BUT he's a freshman and I'd rather not have to rely on him to be ready for big, important minutes.
UK's 4 remaining Guards are all PGs (although I think I like Wilkins is better at 2G) and both of the expected starters are good scorers, but I think Morton is/was the only real backup 2G. We can talk about K. Williams (if he's even 100%) or B. Hawthorne or even Momcilovic playing 2G but none of those are a good (or even ok) fit at 2G in my opinion.
UK's 4 remaining Guards are all PGs (although I think I like Wilkins is better at 2G) and both of the expected starters are good scorers, but I think Morton is/was the only real backup 2G. We can talk about K. Williams (if he's even 100%) or B. Hawthorne or even Momcilovic playing 2G but none of those are a good (or even ok) fit at 2G in my opinion.
I'd like to spread my bare cheeks and rip a nasty fart right into his smug face. Maybe even some poopies come out too. I'd force it so f'n hard. I'd gladly tear my o-rings in the process. #fortheprogram
He knows he is on the clock. All of his pals in the athletic department are gone. Players don't want to come here. Assistant coaches are steering clear or have already jumped ship. Boosters are getting frustrated. The cracks are going to start showing. Hey, but at least we have some special guests for Big Blue Madness so he can keep playing thay nostalgia card.
Oh yes wouldn’t it be nice to have someone to BLAME. Injuries are part of sports. All this RUBBISH I'm reading about blaming the coach because a guy blew out his knee is just nonsense. We have had alot of injures the last 3 years tough. You play with what you have, and don't throw in towel because someone got hurt. These are big strong guys playing what has become a very rough sport !@#% happens. We might be mediocre this year but NONE of you knows that until we put squad on the floor. If we are then changes will be made. I choose to WAIT for the season begins to make a judgement. Alot of you guys braying like a herd of Eyore's serves no USEFUL purpose at this point
It will be funny as hell if
BB has a great season and all of the whining winers have to eat it.
If it goes south; it'll just be a back slapping "I told ye so" party.
No one knows for sure.
Not even the certain ones.
Has this coaching staff proven they can win big games? We all know last year sucked, but let’s not act like Pope/staff already have some pretty big upsets to show they CAN win big games.
It’s ok to be pessimistic, but don’t lie to justify your opinion.
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