Underrated Kentucky could surprise some folks

Wildcats should be improved this season

Team preview: Kentucky

Blue Ribbon Yearbook previews the 2008-09 college basketball season, exclusively on Insider.

Story | Conversation | October 22, 2008

No fan base embraces the Madness like Cat fans

The birth of a new basketball season -- when all things are possible, when there have been no defeats or disappointments -- might be the best time for Kentucky fans, writes Pat Forde.

Mar 20, 2008; Anaheim, CA, USA; Kentucky Wildcats forward Joe Crawford (3) goes up for a shot against Marquette Golden Eagles forward Dwight Burke...

2007-08 highlights to remember

The 2007-08 season will be remembered for so many moments, from its talented and deep freshman class, the absences of Lute Olson and Bob Knight, and Kansas' thrilling title win over Memphis. Here are Jay Bilas' top memories.

Story | Conversation | April 09, 2008

Thrilling start to the NCAA tournament

Stephen Curry was the man. Kevin Love was the man. Mid-majors won (although mostly against mid-majors). And the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament thrilled, writes Jay Bilas.

Story | Conversation | March 24, 2008

Kentucky's roller-coaster season ends with tears

Billy Gillispie's honeymoon ended his second game in Big Blue country. Kentucky recovered and made its record 49th NCAA tournament, but the roller coaster of a season ended earlier than usual, writes Gene Wojciechowski.

McNeal, Marquette get by Kentucky, nab first tourney win since 2003

Jerel McNeal and Marquette cut short Kentucky's record 49th NCAA tournament appearance.

Instant Analysis: Marquette has too many weapons for Kentucky

ESPN.com's Ted Miller provides instant analysis of Marquette's win over Kentucky.

Kentucky v Marquette ANAHEIM, CA - MARCH 20: Joe Crawford #32 of the Kentucky Wildcats dribbles against the defense...

ANAHEIM, CA - MARCH 20: Joe Crawford #32 of the Kentucky Wildcats drives to the basket over the defense of Dwight Burke #12 and Maurice Acker #2 of...

After disastrous start, surging Kentucky faces Marquette in NCAA opener

After disastrous start, surging Kentucky faces Marquette in NCAA opener

Grading the committee and breaking down the bracket

There are teams in the field and on the outside that should feel slighted. Jay Bilas breaks down the bracket, and takes a glance at each region.

Story | Conversation | March 17, 2008

Top two South seeds come in as hot as anyone

From "hot" Memphis to "not hot" Miami, Andy Katz breaks down the South Regional.

Georgia scores upset win in postponed SEC tourney game

Zac Swansey scored five points in overtime, including an unlikely turnaround 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left, and Georgia upset Kentucky to 60-56 on Saturday to continue its surprising SEC tournament run.