The Cats were a little all over the place at times. A little Jekyll and a little Hyde, but they were always fun to watch. See how each player graded out for the entire regular season.
The 2024-2025 regular season slung the Kentucky Wildcats through a whirlwind of soaring highs and gut-punching lows, a gritty proving ground where players either rose like legends or wrestled with doubt. Injuries tested their steel, unsung heroes stepped into the spotlight, and every dribble carried the weight of adversity—here’s how each Wildcat stacked up as we slap report card grades on their rollercoaster ride.
Kerr Kriisa (Guard)
- Stats: 17.33 MPG, 4.44 PPG, 2.44 RPG, 3.78 APG, 0.44 SPG, 0.22 BPG, 1.00 TO, 1.11 PF
- Grade: C+
- Analysis: Kerr Kriisa’s season was marred by a foot injury that kept him sidelined for the remainder of the season. When healthy, Kriisa showed flashes of being a key energy guy, but his limited availability hindered his overall impact.
Koby Brea (Guard)
- Stats: 27.03 MPG, 11.23 PPG, 3.16 RPG, 1.23 APG, 0.52 SPG, 0.32 BPG, 0.42 TO, 1.39 PF
- Grade: B+
- Analysis: Brea was a consistent offensive contributor, especially during the stretches where Kentucky dealt with injury troubles. His efficient shooting and ability to provide scoring off the bench were valuable, though his defense lagged at times. He has shown great growth in being a two way player, while also keeping the sweetest jump shot in college basketball.
Andrew Carr (Forward)
- Stats: 23.60 MPG, 10.20 PPG, 4.83 RPG, 1.77 APG, 0.60 SPG, 0.60 BPG, 0.87 TO, 2.00 PF
- Grade: B-
- Analysis: Andrew Carr’s performance was a rollercoaster. When healthy, he was a solid forward option capable of rebounding well and scoring efficiently. However, his injury issues limited his effectiveness. His play against Missouri late in the season was a glimpse of his potential, and a reminder that when healthy, he may just be the X factor.
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Amari Williams (Center)
- Stats: 22.45 MPG, 11.00 PPG, 8.68 RPG, 3.10 APG, 0.52 SPG, 1.26 BPG, 2.35 TO, 2.23 PF
- Grade: A
- Analysis: Williams proved to be a force in the paint. His rebounding and shot-blocking were crucial for Kentucky’s interior defense, while his offensive contributions made him a consistent double-double threat. A triple double, and several huge games showed just how great he can be. Occasional turnover issues were his only drawback this season.
Lamont Butler (Guard)
- Stats: 26.22 MPG, 11.87 PPG, 2.83 RPG, 4.39 APG, 1.65 SPG, 0.22 BPG, 2.09 TO, 2.65 PF
- Grade: B
- Analysis: Butler was a key piece for the Wildcats, particularly down the stretch. His playmaking and defensive intensity stood out, especially when Kentucky needed stability with other guards injured. His turnover rate, however, was higher than ideal and his shooting went away during the later part of the season.
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Jaxson Robinson (Guard)
- Stats: 28.04 MPG, 13.04 PPG, 3.50 RPG, 1.71 APG, 0.58 SPG, 0.46 BPG, 0.92 TO, 1.88 PF
- Grade: B+
- Analysis: Robinson was Kentucky’s most reliable scorer throughout the season. Even when injuries ravaged the lineup, he continued to put up points. His three-point shooting and overall offensive efficiency were critical to the team’s success, his wrist just couldn’t hold out long enough to get a run in the NCAA tournament.
Otega Oweh (Guard)
- Stats: 28.06 MPG, 16.16 PPG, 4.65 RPG, 1.58 APG, 1.55 SPG, 0.52 BPG, 1.35 TO, 2.58 PF
- Grade: A+
- Analysis: Oweh emerged as Kentucky’s most dynamic offensive player. His scoring ability and defensive tenacity made him invaluable, particularly in big games. He delivered clutch performances against highly-ranked opponents and displayed impressive consistency for most of the season. The only drawback is he does get lost defensively at times, while other times he is a lockdown defender.
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Brandon Garrison (Forward)
- Stats: 17.43 MPG, 5.93 PPG, 3.97 RPG, 1.93 APG, 0.73 SPG, 0.67 BPG, 1.20 TO, 1.97 PF
- Grade: C
- Analysis: Garrison was a reliable rotation player who provided solid minutes off the bench. His passing for a forward was a pleasant surprise, and he contributed on both ends of the court when called upon. He also was very inconsistent and struggled to stay under control at times.
Colin Chandler (Guard)
- Stats: 9.20 MPG, 2.28 PPG, 0.88 RPG, 0.72 APG, 0.60 SPG, 0.08 BPG, 0.76 TO, 1.08 PF
- Grade: C+
- Analysis: Chandler’s limited minutes made it difficult to have a significant impact, but he had moments where he displayed potential as a contributor. More consistency and opportunity could elevate his role in the future, as we have seen over the last 2 weeks. Chandler is rounding in to form at the right time.
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Trent Noah (Forward)
- Stats: 10.84 MPG, 2.58 PPG, 1.95 RPG, 0.37 APG, 0.11 SPG, 0.05 BPG, 0.37 TO, 1.11 PF
- Grade: C+
- Analysis: Noah’s impact was minimal for stretches of the season, and then as injuries piled up, he showed up in big moments. His defensive presence needs improvement to see more playing time, but there were real flashes there.
Travis Perry (Guard)
- Stats: 9.25 MPG, 2.61 PPG, 0.79 RPG, 0.57 APG, 0.39 SPG, 0.04 BPG, 0.68 TO, 0.93 PF
- Grade: C
- Analysis: Perry had a limited role but showed flashes of scoring ability. He was beaten too easily on defense, and his shot never really found rhythm.
Overall, the Wildcats showed tremendous potential despite injuries and inconsistency. With postseason play looming, big blue nation will hope every player raises their game. Agree with us, or think we are way off base?