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NCAA Glory to NBA Champion: Kevin Grevey’s Story Continued: Show Notes



About the Guest(s):

Kevin Grevey is a former UK basketball All-American who played a pivotal role in the 1974-75 season as the leading scorer for the talented UK basketball team. He ranked 7th in all-time leading scorers in UK basketball history and played a vital role in the Washington Bullets' NBA title win in 1978. Currently, at the age of 71, he serves as an NBA scout for Charlotte and remains actively involved in basketball.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of "Kentucky Sports Memories," Gary Fogle continues his conversation with Kevin Grevey, reminiscing about his time in college basketball, particularly the historic win over Indiana and the heartbreaking loss to UCLA in the 1975 NCAA championship game. Grevey reflects on the challenges and triumphs of his basketball career, shedding light on the highs and lows of his journey as a player and NBA champion.

Kevin Grevey shares insights into the emotional impact of the Indiana victory, the heartbreak of losing the NCAA championship to UCLA, and how those experiences shaped his career. He dives into the details of the pivotal games, discussing his performance, team dynamics, and the unforgettable moments that defined his legacy in college and professional basketball.

Key Takeaways:

  • Kevin Grevey reflects on the monumental win over Indiana as one of the greatest moments in his college basketball career.

  • The loss to UCLA in the 1975 NCAA championship remains a painful memory for Grevey, highlighting the challenges and lessons learned from that defeat.

  • Grevey emphasizes the importance of resilience and learning from failures in basketball and life to achieve success.

  • He recalls his role in the Washington Bullets' NBA title win in 1978 as a crowning achievement in his basketball career.

  • Despite obstacles and setbacks, Grevey's passion for basketball endures, fueling his continued involvement as an NBA scout for Charlotte.

Notable Quotes:

  • "Beating Indiana undefeated was clearly the best game of my college career."

  • "I look back on it, and I'm just like, how in the hell did we ever lose to these guys? But we did."

  • "You have more failures than successes in basketball, and the failures are what make you better."

  • "That was way too many shots for me to take and for Kentucky to win."

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