PREVIEW: Kentucky Wildcats VS Loyola MD Greyhounds | Mark Pope's Squad Needs to Show EFFORT in Win

Kentucky Wildcats face mounting pressure as they prepare to host Loyola Maryland, but will Mark Pope tighten his rotations and prioritize winning over analytics? Lance Dawe questions recent lineup choices, highlights the need for stronger effort from Brandon Garrison, and calls for the eye test to take precedence over raw box scores. Is the talent on Kentucky’s roster being wasted, or can adjustments spark a turnaround for this preseason top-five team?

Recruiting woes deepen in Lexington as high-profile targets like Tyran Stokes and Caleb Holt slip further from Kentucky’s grasp. Dawe sounds the alarm over missed opportunities in both high school and transfer portal markets, urging the Wildcats to pursue elite prospects with grit and talent. With expectations high and results lagging, can Kentucky reclaim its edge and reignite the fan base before it’s too late?

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