The times, they are a-changing in college basketball. Between name, image, and likeness (NIL), the transfer portal, and legendary coaches like Mike Krzyzewski and Jay Wright retiring, the sport is entering a new era. How well is Kentucky suited for success ahead of Season 14 of the John Calipari era?
Bookies.com created a system to determine which programs are best equipped to become college basketball’s next great dynasty. Teams were scored 1-10 in 10 different categories ranging from coaching, recruiting, player development, and external factors like budget and resources. Kentucky is tied for fourth with North Carolina behind reigning National Champion Kansas, Gonzaga, and Villanova.