Monday Quickies: Former Wildcats Thriving Edition

How about these former Wildcats?

By John Morgan Francis@MonJorgan Feb 1, 2021, 6:40am EST

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NBA: Los Angeles Clippers at New York Knicks

Tell me the story of the NBA without saying the words “former Kentucky Wildcat.” Oh wait, that’s simply not possible. With 31 (to be exact) lacing it up for more than half of The Association, Kentucky currently has the largest handprint they’ve ever had on the NBA.

Over the weekend, a handful of those Wildcats have been lighting up the court for their respective teams.

First, the New York Knicks duo of rookie Immanuel Quickley and veteran Julius Randle scored 25 and 27 points in a late loss to the LA Clippers. In fact, Quickley was playing so well LA had to result to “The Claw” AKA Kawhi Leonard just to contain him late in the game.

Staying on the East Coast, former national champion Anthony Davis lit up the Boston Celtics for 27 points and 14 rebounds in the Lakers’ one-point win.

Another impressive weekend for the #BuiltDifferent #LaFamilia.

Which performance was the best so far, #BBN? pic.twitter.com/YogGed0zAg
— Kentucky Basketball (@KentuckyMBB) January 31, 2021

Down in Miami, De’Aaron Fox caught fire against the Miami Heat and went for 30 points although his Sacramento Kings were edged out in a one-point loss.

And in Chicago, Enes Kanter dropped 22 points in Portland’s theatrical win over win over Chicago late on Saturday night.

So many former Wildcats are absolutely lighting up the NBA for yet another season. We’re almost bound to see a few win some accolades this year and very possibly contend for a NBA championship.