Basketball recruiting

John Clay: Calipari can't win 'em all

John Calipari watched from the stands as University of Kentucky signee James Young of Rochester, Mich., played a regional semifinal game in March 2013 (Photo by Ken Swart)

Andrew Wiggins' decision to sign with Kansas proves UK Coach John Calipari can't get every top recruit, though one might wonder if that isn't within the realm of Calipari's capabilities.

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BASKETBALL RECRUITING

Buildup to Wiggins' college choice spans years

No more rumors, sources or guesswork. Andrew Wiggins — the No. 1 high school basketball player in the country — will end all speculation Tuesday when he announces his college decision at 12:15 p.m.
BASKETBALL RECRUITING

Andrew Wiggins, top 2013 player, to pick a school Tuesday

The wait for Andrew Wiggins is almost over. Huntington Prep Coach Rob Fulford announced Sunday night that Wiggins will sign with a school about 12:15 p.m. Tuesday. Wiggins, the No. 1 overall basketball player in the class of 2013, will choose Kentucky, North Carolina, Florida State or Kansas.
RECRUITING

Wiggins watch: Tuesday announcement is possible

On Tuesday, the college basketball world could finally find out where Andrew Wiggins is headed.
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Team basketball fueling Kentucky Travelers' resurgence

The Travelers wrapped up the second session of Elite Youth Basketball League play over the weekend with a 5-4 record, and they're sitting just one game out of first place in their 10-team division.
BASKETBALL RECRUITING

2016 forward says he has offer from Kentucky

Class of 2016 forward Jayson Tatum told ChicagoHoops.com's Scott Burgess that he received a scholarship offer from the University of Kentucky on Monday.
RECRUITING

Recruit Johnson surprised by firings at UCLA, USC

Stanley Johnson made it clear over the weekend that everybody will get a fair shot at his commitment once he starts visiting college campuses this fall.
BASKETBALL RECRUITING

Could 2014 targets Jones, Mudiay be UK's next Wall-Bledsoe combo?

On one side of the Boo Williams Sportsplex on Sunday morning, Tyus Jones was making big play after big play down the stretch to lead his team to a victory.
BASKETBALL RECRUITING

2014 Kentucky target Johnson offers leadership, versatility

HAMPTON, Va. — In most cases, the player-coach dynamic is pretty simple. When the coach talks, the player listens. If the player doesn't listen, the player doesn't play.
BASKETBALL RECRUITING

Big man Alexander on Kentucky's 2014 wish list

HAMPTON, Va. — Between the commitment of Karl Towns and the possible return of one or two talented players, Kentucky is expected to have another loaded frontcourt for the 2014-15 season.
BASKETBALL RECRUITING

Shooting guard Booker excited to get UK offer

HAMPTON, Va. — Two days after offering Devin Booker a scholarship to the University of Kentucky, Coach John Calipari was perched on the bleachers for the junior guard's first game of the weekend.