Good morning, BBN!

IT’S GAMEDAY!

Well, it’s exhibition day, but it’s still exciting.

All the anticipation of the Kentucky Wildcats men’s basketball season has led to this day; We can finally watch these Cats on the court.

It’s been, arguably, the craziest offseason in Kentucky Basketball history, with the only rival being Rick Pitino’s first season amidst all of the scandals UK was going through.

No one cares about that anymore. It’s time to ball.

A few things we know about this team so far: They’re fast, they can shoot the lights out, and they run actual plays.

That last fact is what interests me the most. Seeing an offense focused on team play vs individual play will be a bit of a culture shock to BBN, but I think it’ll be a good one.

Let us know your score predictions for tonight’s matchup!

Tweet of the Day

Hilarious! Hopefully, it doesn’t happen today!

Headlines

Big Blue Preview: Kentucky vs. Kentucky Wesleyan – UK Athletics

Great breakdown of the game!

Kentucky Boasts Nation-Leading 29 Players on NBA Opening-Day Rosters – UK Athletics

BBNBA.

J.J. Weaver Named Semifinalist for Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year – UK Athletics

No matter your thoughts on the season, this is awesome for J.J.

NBA Predictions 2024-25: Who will be crowned champs? Our experts make their picks – Yahoo Sports

The season has begun! What are your predictions?

Cooper Kupp trade rumors: Identifying logical landing spots if Rams decide to deal star receiver – CBS Sports

This would be fun.

Buccaneers’ Godwin likely out for year, Evans until after bye – ESPN

Tragic Monday night for Bucs fans.

Will Shohei Ohtani pitch in the World Series? Yankees will ‘be ready for everything,’ says manager Aaron Boone – CBS Sports

I’d love to see it!

NFL Week 7 was hit hard by injuries. Here are the biggest names, and how it may impact trade deadline – Yahoo Sports

I think it’s going to be a busy trade season.

LeBron James not rushing court time with Bronny: ‘It will happen’ – ESPN

Glad to see this.

CBS and CBS Sports Network 2024-25 college basketball schedule features nearly 300 games – CBS Sports

Only one Kentucky game this year! Surprising.