There are only seven regular-season games remaining. One month from today, the postseason begins with the SEC Tournament down in Tampa. Even before you have time to process those results, the NCAA Tournament tips off and it’s win-or-go-home, a countdown clock you don’t notice until it’s ringing in your ears.
After the 86-76 win vs. South Carolina — another gritty, grind-it-out performance on the road — John Calipari took a moment to pause and reflect on what is shaping up to be a special season. He’s encouraging his players to do the same.
“What’s happening now, these kids are — phew.