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Kyle Wiltjer went off last night for 45 (!) points against Pacific. I always knew Kyle had it in him. I do have one question, though; what's with the scruffy look? Is that some kind of requirement for playing for the 'Zags?
Tweet of the Morning
This is your defining Tom Crean picture: http://t.co/5TP1LVKgvM pic.twitter.com/AnygpBW2Ur
— SB Nation (@SBNation) February 20, 2015
And, now I need a new monitor…
Your Quickies:
Kentucky football
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Will’s latest talks about the four Wildcats participating in the NFL Combine.
Kentucky basketball
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That bad collision between Devin Booker and Tennessee cheerleader Kristen Huskey turned out not to be serious. Thank heavens.
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The Calipari Foundation and Trifecta have teamed up to create the Calipari Foundation’s new website.
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Given the choice, Kentucky should refuse to lose. I thought that’s what we were doing …
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Thon Maker would solidify Kentucky’s recruiting class. Indeed he would, he is an amazing talent.
Other Kentucky sports
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UK Swim and Dive has another record day at the SEC championships.
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UK hoops went down to #15 Texas A&M last night in Memorial Coliseum.
Links posts
College football
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Auburn players accused of harassing a veteran. Gus Malzahn has apologized.
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Nick Saban Expressway could be coming in West Virginia. Heh.
College basketball
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Big Ten contemplating freshman ineligibility for football and basketball. Fine by me, it just makes the top recruits easier for the SEC to land.
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Jahlil Okafor is questionable for the Clemson game due to an ankle sprain suffered against North Carolina.
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Heh. During the broadcast of the SMU-Temple game, Bob Knight yelled at a fan in front of him to sit down:
Bob Knight, the gift that keeps on giving.
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You tell ‘em, Mike.
Dear Indianapolis TV station news guy: Purdue has not "all but locked up a spot in the NCAA Tournament." Thank you.
— Michael DeCourcy (@tsnmike) February 20, 2015Purdue has 4 games left, two of them they are the underdog in. 12-6 is serious bubble territory without some wins in the Big Ten Tournament,
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Louisville lifts Chris Jones suspension after only one game. Well, that didn’t last long. Rick Pitino is a strict disciplinarian, I tell you…
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Tim Sullivan says Rick Pitino is "A little too glib for his own good." Do tell.
Other sports news
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Brandon Knight joins Eric Bledsoe in Phoenix. Interesting move by Milwaukee, considering what a great year Knight was having.
Plus, Tayshaun Prince is headed back to his old team, the Pistons.
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Check out this article by Patrick Patterson talking about getting traded in the NBA. Consider:
When you’re traded, you can’t help but compare yourself to the guy you’re traded for. It’s partly an ego thing, but it’s also related to your perceived value in the league. The truth is, while it was tough to be traded for a rookie, there probably weren’t many people who would have softened the blow for me. It stung.
I always thought that would be an unpleasant experience. This piece is absolutely worth your time, and isn’t long. Also, it really ends well, which is always nice. Hat tip: Nation of Blue
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Cricket! New Zealand crushes England into a fine powder, rolls them up and smokes them.
Other news
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Last minute warm-weather vacation deals. Man, I need some of that about now.
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7 great uses for your old phone or tablet. I’m surprised "paperweight" wasn’t among them …