John Calipari had checked every box necessary in terms of young talent at Kentucky. Five blue-chip recruits with All-American status in DJ Wagner, Rob Dillingham, Justin Edwards, Aaron Bradshaw and Reed Sheppard, then two intriguing three-stars in Jordan Burks and Joey Hart. Factor in returning sophomores Adou Thiero and Ugonna Onyenso — two other high-potential pieces — and you’ve got the ceiling in place.
But what about the floor? Who is there to keep it from crumbling when adversity hits, especially early? Antonio Reeves helps, specifically in the backcourt.