Kentucky Is Ice Cold In The Champions Classic

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Kentucky is ice cold in the Champions Classic and against Duke. Can Pope change that too?
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Kentucky is Ice Cold in the Champions Classic

Can Calipari turn Kentucky around?

Kentucky is 0-2 in the Champions Classic this year, losing to both Duke and Kansas. This is the first time since 2013 that Kentucky has lost both games in the Champions Classic. The Wildcats have been struggling to score the ball, shooting just 38.6% from the field and 29.2% from three-point range in their two losses. Kentucky is also averaging just 10.5 assists per game, which is 25th in the country. Kentucky's defense has also been suspect, allowing opponents to shoot 46.7% from the field and 38.5% from three-point range. The Wildcats are also allowing opponents to average 16.5 turnovers per game, which is 336th in the country. Kentucky will have a chance to turn things around on Saturday when they face off against Louisville. The Cardinals are 2-0 this season, including a win over No. 19 Michigan State.

Calipari needs to find a way to get his team playing better

Kentucky coach John Calipari needs to find a way to get his team playing better, especially on offense. The Wildcats have been struggling to score the ball, and they need to find a way to get more consistent from three-point range. Calipari also needs to find a way to get his defense playing better. The Wildcats have been allowing opponents to shoot too high of a percentage from the field and from three-point range. If Calipari can't find a way to get his team playing better, Kentucky could be in for a long season. The Wildcats have a tough schedule ahead of them, and they need to start playing better soon if they want to have any chance of success.