The University of Kentucky's men's basketball program is reportedly receiving an infusion of cash to aid in recruiting efforts.
According to Matt Jones of Ky Sports Radio, two boosters have pledged a combined total of $4 million up front to the university for the purpose of name, image and likeness (NIL) payments to student-athletes.
The donations come on the heels of longtime head coach John Calipari leaving for Arkansas and the hiring of his replacement.
ESPN's Pete Thamel and Jeff Borzello reported Thursday night that Kentucky was nearing a five-year deal with BYU head coach Mark Pope to make him the Wildcats' next head coach.