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After John Calipari's departure from Kentucky to become the head coach at Arkansas, it's reported that he plans to bring his son, Brad Calipari, to join his coaching staff. Brad most recently worked at Vanderbilt and was previously considered for a position on the Kentucky staff. This move has sparked discussions about Calipari's tendency to prioritize hiring his own associates over the best possible staff.
Kentucky faces a crucial game against Vanderbilt to reverse their recent losing streak, with the potential return of DJ Wagner adding hope. Vanderbilt, despite their poor record, poses a challenge with key players and a strategic coach. Additionally, the game will feature a reunion as Brad Calipari, John Calipari's son, now with Vanderbilt, faces his father's team. Kentucky's recent performance has dropped them to a No. 5 seed in the latest Bracketology, emphasizing the importance of winning to improve their standing.
Vanderbilt has hired Brad Calipari, son of Kentucky head coach John Calipari, as the men's basketball program's director of on-court player development. Calipari previously served as the director of player development at Long Island University and played college basketball at Kentucky and Detroit. Vanderbilt and Kentucky will face off twice next season.