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Mark Pope discusses Jamal Crawford's potential role with Kentucky Wildcats

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 11:47 PM

Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Mark Pope discusses Jamal Crawford's potential role with Kentucky Wildcats

Summary

Kentucky Wildcats coach Mark Pope addressed speculation around former NBA player Jamal Crawford joining his coaching staff. Speaking on Kentucky Sports Radio, Pope stated that while he and Crawford are good friends and Crawford has expressed interest in coaching, it is unlikely to happen this year due to Crawford's ongoing NBC contract. Currently, Crawford is working as a game announcer and coaching his son's high school team. Pope indicated that finding the right fit for the open assistant coach position is important, even suggesting the role may remain unfilled for now.

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By the Numbers

•Mark Pope spoke on Kentucky Sports Radio regarding Jamal Crawford.
•Crawford has two years left on his NBC contract.
•Crawford is currently announcing games and coaching at a high school.
•Pope emphasizes the need for the right fit for the coaching vacancy.
•The assistant coach position may stay unfilled if no suitable candidate is found.

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11:47 PMYahoo Sports — Kentucky coach Mark Pope gives an update on Jamal Crawford

What they're saying

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There has been a lot of conjecture about Jamal Crawford joining the Kentucky Wildcats staff, but Mark Pope indicated that it's unlikely.
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