Kentucky Basketball Struggles Continue as Defense Falters Under Mark Pope

The Wildcats have dropped four of their last five games, exposing defensive weaknesses and raising concerns ahead of March Madness.

Mark Pope's Kentucky team, known for its strong offense, has struggled defensively, ranking 109th in defensive efficiency nationwide.
The Wildcats have allowed at least 89 points in three of their last five games, including back-to-back losses to Arkansas and Ole Miss.
Key injuries, including the absence of senior guard Lamont Butler, have further hindered Kentucky's performance on both ends of the court.
Analysts note that Kentucky is allowing the seventh most points per game among Power 5 teams, highlighting significant defensive lapses.
Despite early-season wins against Duke and Florida, Kentucky's recent defensive struggles threaten their prospects for a deep NCAA tournament run.