Good morning, BBN.

Well, it’s not the best morning after last night’s performance for the Kentucky Wildcats, who fell 98-84 on the road to the Ole Miss Rebels.

There’s not much to say after that performance. I’m really not one for moral victories, especially when this team has set the bar much higher than what we saw against the Rebels.

Ole Miss came out on fire and never cooled down, but the blame should solely be on Kentucky’s defense. Ole Miss had 24 assists to one turnover, and shot 54.47% from the floor. You aren’t going to beat anybody when you give up numbers like that.

The 2nd half was too late for the Cats to show up. Despite the fact that they played a nearly perfect half, it wasn’t enough.

This team is now in danger mode. They’ve lost four of their last five games and the last two might be the worst outings of the year.

Lamont Butler’s importance has never been more recognizable than now. If the Cats have any hope for a March run, Butler has to come back as soon as possible.

Tweet of the Day:

This would be a perfect ending to the NBA Trade Deadline madness.

Headlines:

Lawson, Mingione Ready for 2025 Campaigns to Begin – UK Athletics

Hard to believe that the season starts next week!

Georgia Amoore Named Ann Meyers Drysdale National Player of the Week, SEC Player of the Week – UK Athletics

Best player in the league!

Luka Doncic excited to join Lakers, says trade was a ‘big shock’ – ESPN

I still can’t believe this is real.

NBA Power Rankings: Breaking down the vibes of all 30 teams ahead of the trade deadline – Yahoo Sports

It’s going to be an exciting 2nd half of the season.

NBA trade deadline bold predictions: Kevin Durant back to Warriors, more for Lakers and Mavs, Jimmy stays put – CBS Sports

I hope Jimmy Butler has to stay in Miami.

Andy Reid says he’ll return as Chiefs coach in 2025 – ESPN

I wonder how close he actually is to retirement, but it’s great to have him while we do.

MLB offseason grades: Grading every team’s winter, from an A+ for the Dodgers to Fs for the Mariners and Padres – Yahoo Sports

Can the Dodgers get an A++++?

59 favorite stats of 2024 NFL season entering Super Bowl 59: Rookies stand out, Jahmyr Gibbs truly amazing – CBS Sports

This was fun to read through.

Rob Pelinka says Lakers searching trade market for big – ESPN

If they can get a solid big guy… the Lakers are going to be very fun to watch.