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• Patrick Patterson Gets Start At Center For Rockets

  February 20, 2012 12:57 PM

  Former University of Kentucky standout Patrick Paterson got his first start of the season for the Houston Rockets on Sunday. Patterson stepped in at center when Samuel Dalembert missed the pregame shoot-around. "Sammy D forgot what time shoot-around was today, so he got to rest a little bit... more »

• Patterson Recovering From Ankle Surgery

  September 19, 2011 10:53 PM

  Patrick Patterson is recovering from ankle surgery and should be ready to return in time for Houston Rockets training camp, according to the Houston Chronicle. Patterson's agent, Odell McCants told the newspaper that Patterson had surgery to treat bone spurs in his right ankle. Patterson has played through the... more »

• Patterson Struggles In Start

  March 15, 2011 8:28 AM

  Patrick Patterson got the start for the Houston Rockets in place of injured Luis Scola Tuesday night against Phoenix, but early foul trouble prevented the former Cat from taking advantage of the opportunity. Patterson picked up a pair of quick fouls and never seemed to get into a groove.... more »

• Patterson Shines Off Bench

  March 9, 2011 8:02 AM

  Patrick Patterson came off the bench and scored 18 points in a 113-110 Houston loss to Phoenix Tuesday night. The former Wildcat played 28 minutes, hitting 75 percent from the field. Patterson also finished with five rebounds and three steals. The Houston rookie is averaging 5.1 points per... more »

• Former Cat Patterson Starting To Impress With NBA's Rockets

  February 24, 2011 9:43 AM

  Patrick Patterson was ready to put on a uniform. The college graduate, who was welcomed back with big time cheers during the South Carolina game has some advice for the current Cats. "Enjoy the moment and enjoy Kentucky," says the Houston Rockets rookie. "You know you are gods... more »

• Career Night For Patterson

  February 23, 2011 8:49 AM

  Patrick Patterson came off the bench and had a career night, leading the Houston Rockets to a 108-100 win over Detroit Tuesday night. The former Wildcat scored 20 points, hitting 8-of-11 from the field to lead the Rockets. He also pulled down five rebounds and blocked two shots in... more »

• Four Former Cats Score Double Figures In NBA Action

  February 17, 2011 8:20 AM

  It was a good night in the NBA for last year's UK draft class, with four ex-Cats finishing the night in double figures. Former UK forward Patrick Patterson got some extra playing time in Houston's 114-105 loss to Philadelphia Wednesday night. He made the most of it. ... more »

• Patrick Patterson Has Career Night For Rockets

  December 31, 2010 10:39 PM

  HOUSTON (AP) - Reserve guard Chase Budinger scored a season-high 22 points, Kevin Martin added 20 and the Houston Rockets beat the Toronto Raptors 114-105 on Friday night. Rookie Patrick Patterson set career highs in points (15) and rebounds (10) for the Rockets, who have won eight of their last... more »

• Hayes Hurt: Patterson Plays?

  December 30, 2010 6:20 PM

  Will the loss of one former UK star help another? Chuck Hayes, who might be the most underpaid player in the NBA, and the shortest starting center in the NBA after 7-foot-6 inch Yao Ming got hurt, injured his right ankle in the closing minutes of Houston's practice on... more »

• John Wall Has A Bone Bruise

  December 20, 2010 11:51 AM

  John Wall is hurting both mentally and physically. Like all great competitors, being sidelined with an injury is driving him crazy. Plus, he's now missed 40% of Washington's games this year and the percentage is only going up. The talk has been Wall's problem was knee tendinitis. It's... more »

• Will Patterson Or Wall Play Tuesday Night?

  December 14, 2010 12:05 PM

  The Rockets told Patrick Patterson what they wanted to see from him when they sent him down to the NBA Development League. They wanted him to play the way he did at Kentucky. "Pretty much, I needed to work hard, go back to the basics, play the way I... more »

• Former UK Star Patterson Recalled By Rockets From D-League

  December 10, 2010 11:03 AM

  The Houston Rockets plan to recall former UK star and rookie forward Patrick Patterson from their NBA Development League affiliate on Sunday, general manager Daryl Morey confirmed Thursday to the Houston Chronicle. According to chron.com , Patterson has averaged 17.3 points on 50 percent shooting and 9.3 rebounds in... more »

• Patterson Sent To The NBA D-League

  November 9, 2010 8:14 PM

  Former Wildcat Patrick Patterson's NBA career probably isn't off to the start he had hoped. On Tuesday, the 14th overall pick in the draft was assigned to the NBA D-League by the Houston Rockets. He will join his former UK teammate Ramon Harris on the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.... more »

• Chuck Hayes Helps Patrick Patterson

  September 16, 2010 6:03 PM

  Patrick Patterson is thinking about joining his former teammates, Daniel Orton and DeMarcus Cousins as boxers. No, not to get in the ring, but to get in shape. Former UK Star Chuck Hayes told LEX 18 sports this summer that he obviously enjoys helping all of his teammates, but... more »

• Cal's Camp Sold Out

  July 27, 2010 10:40 PM

  The 2010 John Calipari ProCamp has been sold out. Enrollment has reached its limit and registration for the camp has been shut down. Interested parties can still put their name on a waiting list should a spot open up. The ProCamp starts on July 29th and runs through the 31st.... more »

• Update On Wall, Cousins, Patterson, And Bledsoe

  July 19, 2010 11:47 AM

  John Wall is John Wall. So far, there is no sign that money and the added fame of being the first pick in the NBA draft has changed him. Doesn't matter that Wall has more than lived up to his big hype in the Las Vegas NBA Summer League.... more »

• Patterson Signs With The Rockets

  July 13, 2010 5:56 PM

  HOUSTON (AP) - The Houston Rockets have reached a deal with its top draft pick, forward Patrick Patterson of Kentucky. Patterson's agent, Odell McCants, tells KRIV-TV in Houston that Patterson will sign the deal tonight after the Rockets' summer league team plays Toronto in Las Vegas. No financial terms have... more »

• Patterson Shines In Houston Debut

  July 9, 2010 10:00 PM

  Patrick Patterson has got to be pleased with his debut in a Houston Rockets uniform. The former UK star showed off his touch Friday night, going 8-9 from the field including 2-2 from three-point range for 18 points. Patterson came off the bench during the summer league game in Las... more »

• Bledsoe is Ramel Bradley's Favorite

  July 1, 2010 5:58 PM

  He's Ramel. "Be smart." says Ramel Bradley. "Be smooth. Be you," says the former UK star. Bradley made a pit stop in Lexington after finishing another season in France playing ball. "Everything went good. I was in France. I had a good season, but I'm happy to... more »

• Houston Surprised Patterson Was Still Available

  July 1, 2010 11:19 AM

  HOUSTON (AP) - Former Kentucky star Patrick Patterson was smiling after the Houston Rockets made him the 14th pick in the NBA draft. "The entire night, I was shaking on the inside, even after my name was called, and watching everyone else get drafted," the 6-9 power forward said.... more »

• Hayes Excited To Have Patterson In Houston

  June 26, 2010 7:11 PM

  Chuck Hayes heard the rumors around the Houston Rocket's practice facility for weeks that his team was interested in drafting Patrick Patterson. The Rockets made it official Thursday, taking Patterson with the 14th pick in the NBA Draft. It was a move that Hayes - the second longest tenured... more »

• Patterson Eager To Begin His NBA Career In Houston

  June 25, 2010 10:11 PM

  Patrick Patterson measured every step on his way to the stage during the NBA draft, making sure he didn't begin his professional career with an embarrassing moment. The 6-foot-9 power forward from Kentucky made it without stumbling, shook commissioner David Stern's hand and was still smiling Friday, a day after... more »

• Calipari's Fun And Emotional NBA Draft Play Video

  June 25, 2010 1:31 PM

  From literally talking about "walking on air", to "sweating" it out. That was the fun John Calipari dealt with for the NBA draft. "Hard to explain," said a very proud UK coach Friday morning at his camp in Louisville. "Knew what would happen for John (Wall), just hurry... more »

• Patrick Patterson Goes To Houston With The 14th Pick

  June 24, 2010 8:57 PM

  Patrick Patterson waited his turn, but it came with the 14th pick in the NBA draft. Patterson is moving to Houston. The Rockets chose him at 14 and now he will be teammate of former Wildcat Chuck Hayes. Patterson decided to return for his junior year at UK even though... more »

• Patterson Gets Invite To The NBA Draft

  June 22, 2010 8:45 PM

  Former UK forward Patrick Patterson got the green light to get in to the green room in New York. Patterson received his invitation to the NBA draft. He will join John Wall and Demarcus Cousins from Kentucky who have been invited. Invitees are usually those players expected to be lottery... more »

• Patterson Passes On Workout In Milwaukee

  June 16, 2010 6:34 PM

  Patrick Patterson decided to pass on a scheduled workout with the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks' director of scouting told The Journal Times in Wisconsin that it's because Patterson doesn't think he'll be around at 15 where the Bucks pick. "He and his agent don't believe he'll get to 15,'' McKinney... more »

• Patrick Patterson Works Out For Pacers

  June 14, 2010 5:20 PM

  (AP) - Any NBA team with questions about Patrick Patterson's work ethic should check his academic record. While he was a basketball star at Kentucky, Patterson was completing class work at an accelerated pace. Most players who leave school early put graduation on hold, but Patterson took just three... more »

• Patrick Patterson Impresses Media In Utah

  June 10, 2010 10:14 AM

  The reaction by the media in Utah about Patrick Patterson will make Tywanna Patterson, his mother smile. The Salt Lake Tribune calls the 6-foot-9, 235-pound power forward a "well-spoken young man." Patterson, like many future first round NBA draft picks is living in airports. Besides Utah on Wednesday,... more »

• Another Workout For Patrick Patterson

  June 9, 2010 10:27 AM

  If you believe in the whispers about players before the NBA draft, and there are a lot of false rumors out there every year, the word about Patrick Patterson is very good. The rumors are coming from many NBA cities that they are very impressed with the former UK power... more »

• John Wall In Chicago For NBA Pre-Draft Camp

  May 20, 2010 11:30 AM

  We are in Chicago for the NBA Pre-Draft Camp. Fifty one players, including John Wall are expected to talk to 150 media members from all over America who want to interview players before the NBA Draft on June 24th. Besides Wall, Patrick Patterson, DeMarcus Cousins, Eric Bledsoe and... more »

• Patterson On Cal Rumors

  May 6, 2010 4:53 PM

  Patrick Patterson isn't surprised there are rumors about Cal coaching in the NBA. "I'm sure there is some part of Cal that would like to coach in the NBA again, and I'm sure there is a part of him that would like to stay in college and finish out... more »

• Bledsoe Moves Up In Mock Draft

  May 6, 2010 2:31 PM

  ESPN's new mock NBA draft has Eric Bledsoe in a good mood. Chad Ford, who writes the column, talks to scouts and general managers. The deadline to to withdraw your name from the NBA draft is Saturday. Cal doesn't expect any of the Cats who are thinking about... more »

• UK Players Help Raise Money For Mark Krebs' Mother

  May 5, 2010 10:45 PM

  They call themselves brothers and that was never more true than Wednesday night. Patrick Patterson, Perry Stevenson and Ramon Harris sat along side Mark Krebs at the Paul Mitchell hair salon signing autographs to raise money to help Krebs' mother in her fight against breast cancer. Hundreds of true blue... more »

• Patterson Off To NBA Play Video

  April 23, 2010 2:50 PM

  The exodus continues. Patrick Patterson will not return to the University of Kentucky for his senior season. The University of Kentucky junior announced that he plans to enter his name into the NBA draft during a Friday afternoon news conference "Pretty much, I just felt like it was time for... more »

• Patterson News Conference Set For 2:30

  April 23, 2010 8:08 AM

  Will he stay or will he go? Patrick Patterson has scheduled a news conference for 2:30 p.m. Friday. He's expected to announce whether he will enter the NBA draft or stay at UK for his senior season. LEX 18 will live stream the news conference on LEX18.com. While a jump... more »

• Wall, Patterson Schedule News Conferences

  April 21, 2010 1:00 PM

  Kentucky's John Wall and Patrick Patterson, who are both expected to leave UK for the NBA, have scheduled news conferences to discuss their future basketball plans. Wall, who has declared himself eligible for the NBA Draft and is expected to be the top pick, will talk to the media at... more »

• Patterson To Hold Press Conference

  April 16, 2010 5:22 PM

  Patrick Patterson is planning on having a press conference next week to announce his future. Signs now point towards the popular power forward leaving, but Tywanna Patterson tells LEX18 Sports that the decision has not been made. Mrs. Patterson says it will be Patrick's decision. The family is spending... more »

• Patterson Won't Rule Out Coming Back To School

  April 10, 2010 11:40 PM

  LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) - Kentucky forward Patrick Patterson says he hasn't necessarily closed the book on his college career, even though the school announced he was going pro. "I'm half in and half out right now," Patterson said in an interview with The Associated Press Saturday while he was watching... more »

• What Happened With Patterson? Play Video

  April 8, 2010 12:36 PM

  Miscommunication is the word of the day around UK. We all at times struggle with a big decision. It's called life. "I was shopping at a mall when I found out," says Tywanna Patterson. "As a mom, I just freaked out," says Patrick Patterson's mother. DeWayne Peevy,... more »

• Patterson Reportedly Still On The Fence About NBA Play Video

  April 8, 2010 5:15 AM

  It appeared five Wildcats were gone. On Wednesday night, the University of Kentucky sent out a release saying saying John Wall, DeMarcus Cousins, Eric Bledsoe, Patrick Patterson and Daniel Orton all planned to enter their names into the NBA draft. In that statement, all five players thanked Wildcat coach John... more »

• Patterson's Decision To Stay Pays Off For Kentucky

  March 27, 2010 1:49 PM

  SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) - If Patrick Patterson had no regrets about passing up an opportunity to enter the NBA draft last year, the Wildcats forward certainly isn't second-guessing his decision to stay at Kentucky now. In retrospect, the junior forward wouldn't trade the experience of playing on a dynamically talented... more »

• Cal, Wall, Patterson, Bledsoe After UK Wins

  March 18, 2010 10:11 PM

  Cal, Wall, Bledsoe, and Patterson after UK blows out East Tennessee State COACH CALIPARI: Well, you're looking at three guys up here that have just played in their first NCAA Tournament game. In our starting eight, not one of our starting eight had played in an NCAA Tournament game.... more »

• Bledsoe Leads Cats Over East Tenn. St. 100-71

  March 18, 2010 9:45 PM

  Eric Bledsoe told LEX18 Sports that he was stepping up his play. He wasn't kidding. Does anyone remember his miss from downtown? Bledsoe was 8 of 9 from downtown, and 9 of 11 overall from the field. On top of his career high 29 points, throw in 4... more »

• Jay Bilas Loves John Wall. UK Leads 54-26 At The Half

  March 18, 2010 8:16 PM

  "They are burning the net," says Jay Bilas who is doing the UK-East Tennessee State game. The Cats are putting on a clinic winning 54-26 after 20 minutes. At one point, Patrick Patterson had 11 while East Tenn. St. had 10. The score as 21-10 at the time.... more »

• NCAA Tournament Is A "Blessing"

  March 16, 2010 7:04 PM

  Which Cat are you happiest for ? True Blue fans are happy because that beautiful four letter word, "hope" is back, and it's legitimate. No one will be surprised if the Cats make the Final Four. As obvious as that is, it's a huge change. Patterson gets... more »

• Game Stats UK Wins SEC Tournament Championship

  March 14, 2010 4:07 PM

  Series Record -- Kentucky improves to 32-2 on the season while Mississippi State falls to 23-11. -- UK is 86-20 against the Bulldogs, including an 8-2 mark in the SEC Tournament. -- The Wildcats are 113-22 all-time in the SEC Tournament and 27-8 in SEC Tournament championship games. -- UK... more »