Thursday Quickies: Rick Pitino vs. Louisville Edition

Good morning, Louisville is continuing its war with Rick Pitino after firing him. Pitino originally sued the university, and now the university is counter-suing him for lost profits.

And it gets better. According to Bloomberg’s scathing article on Louisville basketball, Pitino and Tom Jurich blocked the Charlotte Hornets from moving to Louisville, as they instead moved to New Orleans.

Tweets of the day

Trey Lyles showing no regard for Jayson Tatum’s dignity.

Your quickies

College Basketball Futures Watch Part I: Alabama through Louisville – CollegeBasketballTalk
Who should you buy-low on? Who should you cash-out on? And where should you invest your next mortgage payment? We have all the answers for you.

Young UK fan hates his new U of L Christmas ornament | Kentucky Sports Radio
It's safe to say he doesn't like the Louisville Cardinals.

BTI’s Rants and Ramblings: Balanced, Big Time Scoring from Cats | Kentucky Sports Radio
I think one of the more surprising trends experienced through 9 games this season has been the big-time scoring efforts from some unexpected places. Already, 5

CatsIllustrated.com - Cats Illustrated's All-Stoops Era Team (2013-2017)
We're five years into Kentucky's Mark Stoops era and that means the current coach has had the opportunity to completely make over the Wildcats' roster from top to bottom. The program is officially entirely his, with the last vestiges of the previous regime's stamps all gone.

Terrence Jones signs G-League deal with Santa Cruz Warriors - Cats' Pause
Jones was a 2012 first-round pick.

UK's Mitch Barnhart named chair of SEC Athletics Directors | Courier-Journal
Mitch Barnhart, the leader of University of Kentucky athletics, will serve as the chair of Southeastern Conference Athletics Directors, the conference announced Wednesday.

Kentucky Football | Special talent evident early for Terry Wilson | Courier-Journal
What should UK fans expect from new QB Terry Wilson? Three reporters who covered him at previous schools offer input.

Four Named All-America, Edmond First Team and Lilley Second Team | University of Kentucky | Official Athletic Site
Kentucky volleyball's Kaz Brown, Ashley Dusek, Leah Edmond and Madison Lilley earned All-America distinction, as announced by the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) on Wednesday. Edmond was named to the first team, Lilley to the second team and Brown and Dusek were honorable mention selections.

Sydney McLaughlin Named National Athlete of the Week | University of Kentucky | Official Athletic Site
Kentucky track and field freshman Sydney McLaughlin was named National Athlete of the Week by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) on Tuesday following her historic collegiate debut last Friday.

Agent Boras: Marlins turning into 'pawn shop' under Jeter | FOX Sports
Derek Jeter owns five World Series rings, which may be the reason agent Scott Boras had jewelry on his mind when discussing the Miami Marlins' new ownership.

LaVar Ball has marketing figured out. Can Lonzo, LiAngelo and LaMelo deliver on the court? - The Washington Post
The patriarch knows how to draw attention. Now his sons must play up to that hype.

Aaron Rodgers preparing for his Packers comeback - NFL.com
Aaron Rodgers is working hard to ensure he'll be able to play Sunday for the Green Bay Packers. Coach Mike McCarthy says Rodgers has made steady progress in his rehab.

Nerlens Noel's Big-Money Contract Chase Takes Wrong Turn | Bleacher Report
Nerlens Noel bet big on himself last offseason and it may not pay off.

Johnny Manziel impressed CFL commissioner - USA Today
Canadian commissioner met with former Browns QB as league started background check process.

Nationals, Bryce Harper engage on contract extension talks - The Washington Post
Washington can keep Harper from hitting free agency if it can somehow get him to agree to a contract extension first, which is unlikely but not impossible.