Kentucky basketball paid tribute to the graduating class with a commanding win over LSU. Prior to the game, they released a video that you just have to see.
“You guys make this program so special,” said Ansley Almonor. “It’s important, it’s one of a kind. You don’t see it anywhere else and I just want to thank God.”
Lamont Butler called it a “dream come true,” but added, “We are not done yet.”
Andrew Carr shared what many in the crowd were already thinking: “I’m a Wildcat for life.”
Jaxson Robinson kept it short and sweet: “Thank you for a great ride this year and can’t wait to finish it out in the postseason.”
Koby Brea echoed what every Kentucky fan was feeling: “It’s been a hell of a year and we still have a lot more work to do, so let’s get it!”
Amari Williams took a step back to reflect on something often overlooked in the pursuit of banners and championships: “I feel like that’s something that’s undervalued in college. But there’s been a lot of things to enjoy, a lot of things that we’re all gonna remember for the rest of our lives. So it’s meant a lot being here.”
Their statistics—points, rebounds, assists, shooting percentages—tell part of the story, but the real legacy of this team is how they made people feel. They breathed new life into Kentucky basketball, infusing it with fresh energy and a renewed belief that anything is possible when you play for something greater than yourself.
As the lights dimmed and the applause echoed long after the final buzzer, one thing was clear. This team—this remarkable, unforgettable team—will have a permanent place in Kentucky’s storied history. The season isn’t over, and the journey is far from complete. But no matter what the future holds, the Wildcats of 2024-25 will be remembered not just for their play, but for how they inspired fans to believe again.
Please take a moment to watch this video and hear directly from these incredible young men:
