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The 15 Men’s College Basketball Coaches Facing the Most Pressure in 2026–27

Several high-profile coaches have plenty to prove, while others could be nearing retirement. Here are the names to keep an eye on ahead of the season.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 22

Why Mark Mitchell’s Return to Missouri Is a Power Move by the SEC

Kentucky backed away from a potential showdown with the league office, giving Greg Sankey and the league a crucial victory in their push for self-governance.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 31

Kentucky’s Roster Is Loaded After Mark Mitchell Addition. Can Mark Pope Deliver?

After adding Mitchell to a team with another big portal splash, Milan Momcilovic, the Wildcats have the talent to contend for a national championship.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 25

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What J Batt's Move From Michigan State to Kentucky Means for Both Athletic Departments

Turmoil continues for the Spartans, while the Wildcats are building continuity.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 15

Texas Coach Sean Miller Becomes Latest to Sound Off on College Basketball Roster Spend

Miller made an educated guess as to how many teams could exceed $20 million in roster spend next season.

Sports Illustrated · May 5

What’s Next for Kentucky Hoops After Missing Out on 2026 No. 1 Recruit Tyran Stokes

The Wildcats’ offseason takes another hit as Mark Pope searches for late answers on the wing with few elite options remaining.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 29

John Calipari Lures Yet Another Top Prospect to Arkansas While Kentucky Struggles

The Razorbacks coach is dominating on the recruiting trail.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 27

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Football School or Basketball School? The NIL Era Redefines One of the Greatest Questions in College Sports

In the NIL and revenue-sharing era, we answer an important question of several schools.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 24

Aggressive Coaches and Ballooning Budgets: Winners and Losers of Men’s College Basketball Transfer Portal

Blockbusters, flops and disorderly sleep schedules? Here are the winners and losers of the men's college basketball transfer portal.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 23

Mark Pope Experiment at Kentucky Faces Justified Questions After March Madness Early Exit

The Kentucky coach has plenty of questions to answer heading into Year 3.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 22

Eight College Basketball Legends Now Coaching in the Men’s NCAA Tournament

This year's NCAA tournament will feature several former college basketball stars who are now finding success in coaching.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 18

March Madness: Five Bold Predictions for Men’s NCAA Tournament Round of 64

The first round of the NCAA tournament is upon us.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 18

Mark Pope Fined for His Suspiciously Loud Hot-Mic Officiating Moment

The Kentucky coach was not happy with the officiating following Saturday’s loss to Auburn.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 24

Kentucky’s Mark Pope Caught on Hot Mic Tearing Into Officiating After Loss to Auburn

The Wildcats have taken double-digit losses for a fourth straight year.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 22

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Sports Illustrated · Jan 9

Why Kentucky’s Struggles Are Putting Mark Pope on a Dangerous Path

As John Calipari thrives at Arkansas, the Wildcats are losing games, blowing leads and struggling to play with effort.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 6, 2025

Kentucky Bordering on Bust After Gonzaga Humiliates Mark Pope’s $22 Million Roster

The Wildcats’ high-priced experiment is unraveling fast as former players pile on and fans mercilessly boo, and Mark Pope is running out of excuses.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 19, 2025

Kentucky Men’s Hoops’ $22 Million Roster Crashes Into Early Season Identity Crisis

A team built to dominate with size and athleticism instead looks disjointed and unsure of itself after a humbling Champions Classic loss to Michigan State.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 19, 2025

Mark Pope Bashes Kentucky’s ’Discombobulated’ Performance vs. Michigan State

The No. 12 Wildcats lost by 17 points to Michigan State in the Champions Classic.

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Sports Illustrated · Oct 20, 2025

SEC Men’s College Hoops Preview: Why League Could Be Dominant Again

After sending 14 teams to March Madness and watching Florida win it all, the SEC reloads with more talent and higher expectations than ever.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 20, 2025

Sports Illustrated’s Men’s College Basketball Preseason Top 25: No. 10 Kentucky

Mark Pope rebuilt Kentucky basketball in one year. Now, with a deeper and more talented roster, the Wildcats could be ready to chase another national title.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7, 2025

Ranking the 15 Best Shooting Guards in Men’s College Basketball for 2025

Led by Kentucky’s Otega Oweh and BYU’s Richie Saunders, these scorers could elevate even further this season.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 22, 2025

Men’s Basketball Transfer Portal: Kentucky’s High-Priced Roster, Final Things to Watch

The portal closes Tuesday, and some schools may try to exploit loopholes in order to fill out their final spots for the 2025–26 season.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 8, 2025

Men’s College Basketball 2025–26 Way-Too-Early Top 25

How will Houston rebound? Which teams loaded up on the recruiting trail? Here’s a look at the next college basketball season.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 29, 2025

Mark Pope, Lamont Butler Share Emotional Moment After Kentucky's NCAA Tournament Loss

The coach comforted his player.

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2025

Thanks to a basketball team, British staple Weetabix is now one of America’s best-selling cereal brands

The wheat biscuit has surged past Cheerios and Cinnamon Toast Crunch on Amazon

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