Nick Robinson emerges as candidate for Kentucky basketball assistant position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Nick Robinson is reportedly a contender for the open assistant coach position on the Kentucky Wildcats basketball staff. Currently serving as the director of men's basketball operations, Robinson joined the team from BYU along with head coach Mark Pope. Although there has been interest in hiring Jamal Crawford, sources indicate that Robinson may be the preferred choice for promotion. Pope expressed satisfaction with the current staff structure, suggesting there is no urgency to fill the position, but he remains open to exploring options.
- •Kentucky has one coaching staff position still open.
- •Nick Robinson is the director of men's basketball operations.
- •Mark Pope is content with the current staff and not in a rush to hire.
- •Interest in Jamal Crawford may have diminished in light of Robinson's candidacy.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Nick Robinson emerges as a name to watch for Kentucky Basketball assistant opening
"Kentucky could be looking from within to add to the coaching staff.
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