Kentucky's Kam Williams likely out for season opener against Manhattan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 7:52 PM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Kentucky's basketball season opener against Manhattan is set for November 1. Kam Williams is unlikely to participate, as head coach Mark Pope stated he is day-to-day and will prioritize his health. The Wildcats have performed well in exhibition games, including a recent overtime win over UCF, but will be missing Williams and two other expected rotation players. The hope is that Williams will be available for the matchup against Kansas on November 10.
- •Kentucky opens the season against Manhattan on November 1.
- •Kam Williams is expected to miss the opener due to health concerns.
- •Mark Pope indicated Williams will be evaluated on a day-to-day basis.
- •The Wildcats have won all three exhibition games leading up to the opener.
- •Williams aims to return for the game against Kansas on November 10.
- 7:52 PMYahoo Sports — Will Kam Williams be ready for Kentucky's season opener?
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