Mark Pope's Kentucky team faces potential record for big losses

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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Mark Pope's Kentucky team faces potential record for big losses
Summary

Kentucky Basketball, under head coach Mark Pope, is approaching an unfortunate record of six losses by 20 or more points. Currently, they have lost five such games in just 75 games coached, significantly quicker than previous coaches. This season, Kentucky has already dropped games to Kansas, Gonzaga, Vanderbilt, Alabama, and Ohio State by large margins. With a season still ahead, Pope's squad will face two top-10 teams, Virginia and Louisville, in the coming weeks, which are crucial for shifting momentum and improving their record.

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  • •Kentucky has lost five games by 20-plus points under Mark Pope.
  • •Pope has coached Kentucky for only 75 games.
  • •The team faces Virginia and Louisville next month.
  • •Previous coaches had more games at Kentucky with fewer major losses.
  • •The season is not yet over, with opportunities to improve.
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  • 10:52 PMYahoo Sports — Mark Pope is set to make some painful Kentucky Basketball history
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This would be an unfortunate record to break.

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