Wildcats Win...Rupp is Like Hell?

Louisville guard Edgar Sosa (according to several media outlets) likened the Rupp experience to walking into hell. For me, the only thing hellish about today's game were the referees and the announcers. The anti-UK agenda was in full-court 'press' mode. In addition, when Seth Davis' panties got all wadded up at halftime, you just knew that the drama wasn't anywhere near being over.

In this year's I-64 clash, it is the Wildcats who come away victors, winning 71-62. Wall, Cousins, and Patterson are beasts. It has been a long time since UK has had warriors that simply refuse to back down to anyone (even when the referees spot their opponent a dozen or so points). For the Cardinals and their well-feathered fans, all the smack talk leading up to today's game bought them a lot of crow - happy dining!

Pluck That Bird!

I must say that I believe UK will win easily today. UL has lost some head scratchers this season, and I don't believe that they will get their acts together in time for a win in Rupp Arena today. Bottom line: UK's starting five is light years ahead of the starting five that Louisville will put on the court.

Wildcats Win Again; Cousins Needs to Keep It Cool

The 49ers of Long Beach St. came to Rupp Arena with a huge Christmas present on their minds, but left empty handed. While DeMarcus Cousins continues to struggle with maintaining his composure from time to time, the big guy still pulled down another double-double in helping Kentucky to an 86-73 victory, and a 13-0 record. Clearly the Wildcats are better when their starting five are able to remain on the floor. At the break, the game was tied at 37.

Dragon Slayers: Kentucky Wildcats Make History

Once again the crowd at Rupp Arena was treated to a 40 minute highlight reel. The Wildcats slayed the Drexel Dragons to reach victory number 2,000. The talent-rich Cats put on quite the show in the first half before going deep into their bench after the break en route to an 88-44 blowout. A number of former Wildcat players were in the house as well as former Wildcat coach Joe B. Hall. If there was a letdown, it was that Ashley Judd wasn’t on hand. On the other hand, maybe the camera crew didn’t try hard enough to locate her.

For me, the best part was hearing Patrick Patterson speak after the game. Patrick is so well-spoken; he will be truly missed the moment he steps off the UK campus. The team chemistry this year is something that I have not noticed since Chuck Hayes was a Wildcat – it makes watching this team a real delight. It’s great to see Rupp Arena rocking once again. The Big Blue faithful had to suffer through some challenging seasons in recent years, but (so far) the only challenge this season has been trying to get to the refrigerator and back before Wall & Co. have put up another dozen points.