The injury bug arrived early in Lexington this season and has not left. A point of frustration for many Kentucky basketball fans, John Calipari believes it will strengthen the Wildcats when it matters most.
Oscar Tshiebwe was the first player added to the injury report. The unanimous National Player of the Year underwent minor knee surgery just a few weeks before the start of the season, forcing him to miss a few games. CJ Fredrick broke a finger at Missouri, then cracked his ribs against Florida. Cason Wallace fought through back spasms, then sprained his ankle.