The national conversation surrounding Kentucky basketball has turned sharp, but no critique hits harder than the one from a former Wildcat legend. And he took aim and delivered a big time shot at his former program.
On TNT, former Wildcat Jamal Mashburn was asked where he’d put Kentucky’s panic meter. His brutal, viral assessment:
“They’re not shooting the ball well from three. They’re not guarding the three. They’re not rebounding. They look like kittens more than Wildcats.”
— Matt Jones (@KySportsRadio) November 21, 2025
The numbers don't lie, and Kentucky basketball has some ugly ones
Mashburn’s summary is sharp, cutting, and completely reflects the statistical failures of the 83-66 blowout.