The Wildcats responded well on Saturday by displaying a full-game of nonstop effort.

Mark Pope smashed his clipboard and benched Brandon Garrison over a lack of effort during Tuesday’s 36-point win over NC Central. By Saturday night, he was providing crucial minutes in Kentucky‘s 72-60 win over Indiana.

Kentucky's Mark Pope says team found a gritty way to win in 72-60 victory over the Indiana Hoosiers on Saturday night at Rupp Arena. Cats are now 7-4.

Pope says his program has a 'ridiculous' amount of support from partners, but acknowledges it's still his responsibility.

Kentucky men's basketball coach Mark Pope discussed sophomore wing Kam Williams during a media availability on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington, Kentucky.

Mouhamed Dioubate posted a double-double, leading Kentucky basketball to victory over Indiana on Saturday night at Rupp Arena.

The Wildcats trailed Indiana by seven points at halftime before bullying the Hoosiers in the second half, finally landing a meaningful win.

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Kentucky shot 38% and just 3-of-15 from three but still beat Indiana 72-60 by forcing 18 turnovers and leaning into a new "gross" defensive identity.

Mark Pope puts Kentucky on blast despite a 36-point win, as the Wildcats struggle to meet the program’s standard.

Gonzaga didn't just beat Kentucky in front of a pro-Wildcat crowd. It dominated from start to finish in one of the most impressive and shocking results of the season. Kentucky shot 5 of 31 from the floor (3 of 20 from the 3-point line) during the first half and didn't make its first field goal until nearly nine minutes into the game.