Friday Quickies: Free Enes Edition

It seems like former Kentucky big man Enes Kanter may want out of New York.

Reports state that Kanter is not happy about recently not playing in the Knicks’ game against the Rockets, earning a Did Not Play - Coaches Decision and has not seen the floor in four of New York’s last five games.

Kanter has had a productive year with the Knicks, averaging 14 points and 11 rebounds per game, but Kanter continues to struggle on the defensive end of the floor, and those struggles may ultimately be what causes he and the team to part ways.

Kanter has been a big story this year with his being targeted by the Turkish president, but this is just another instance of Kanter being involved in the news. If the Knicks do in fact decide to trade him, it will be interesting to see who places offers or shows interest in dealing for the former Wildcat.

Hopefully Kanter can find a fit in the NBA where he can get regular playing time.

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Quickies

John Calipari still determined to do it with defense - Cats Pause

Kentucky’s defense has made significant strides this season.

UK women pick up victory over #25 Mizzou - UK Athletics

Big win for Kentucky.

Calipari, Self don’t love timing of SEC/Big 12 Challenge - Herald Leader

Do you like the challenge being played in January?

Bill Self admires Kentucky’s return to championship form - KSR

Self likes how Kentucky bounced back from their opening night loss.

What you need to know for College Gameday - UK Athletics

Some info you might find handy if you plan on coming to Rupp tomorrow morning.

How will UK Football close out 2019 class? - Courier Journal

Still some big fish left out there to wrap up a really good class.

Oral history of the night Jodie Meeks scored 54 - The Athletic

Kyle Tucker did an excellent job with this.

Inside story of the Cleveland Browns dysfunction - ESPN

Crazy stuff in this inside look inside the Browns organization.

Enes Kanter wants to play or be traded - ESPN

Hard to blame him after getting a DNP against Houston.

2019 NFL Draft Guide - The Ringer

All your need-to-know NFL Draft info

Lakers interested in Carmelo, but won’t waive anyone - Yahoo

Will Carmelo wear the purple and gold?

Kentucky kid proves Tom Brady, Patriots cheat; wins science fair - Houston Chronicle

Just to add a little comedy to your day.

Louisiana Congressman says NFL should play Saints-Rams makeup game - Yahoo

Gonna be a while before that game is forgotten in Louisiana.