8 Most Interesting facts of Kentucky basketball.

By Vasantha November 16,2022 Metalnation.org Image Credit:-Google

Dan Issel (1966-1970) Despite Kentucky's storied history, Dan Issel notably stands out amongst the crowd

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Run to the Final Four (2011) 13 Florida, No. 23 Vanderbilt and Tennessee at home for a 22–8 record.

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The Kentucky–Louisville rivalry refers to the rivalry between the University of Kentucky Wildcats (Kentucky) and the University of Louisville Cardinals (Louisville).

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8 UK has won 13 national championships including the 2012 men's basketball title.

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The 15-seed Peacocks picked up their first NCAA Tournament win ever in stunning, dramatic style, beating 2-seed Kentucky, 85-79, in overtime.

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No Wildcat has ever won the Heisman Trophy. Through the years, UK has had players finish in the top four in Heisman voting four times.

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Kentucky sent some of its players off the court early before Saturday's game at Arkansas ended, raising some questions about sportsmanship.

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Kentucky has won two conference championships, both in the Southeastern Conference.

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