Hell yea. Tony Delk is coming to Kentucky as Assistant Coach Under Mark Pope as his expertise is valued ….

Tony Delk, a former standout guard for the Kentucky Wildcats, is returning to his alma mater as an assistant coach under head coach Mark Pope. Delk’s appointment is a significant boost to the Wildcats’ coaching staff, given his deep ties to the program and extensive basketball experience.

During his collegiate career from 1992 to 1996, Delk led Kentucky in scoring for three seasons, amassing 1,890 points. He was instrumental in the Wildcats’ 1996 NCAA Championship victory, earning the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award. Delk still holds Kentucky’s record for career three-pointers with 283 and ranks second in steals with 201.

In the professional arena, Delk was selected 16th overall in the 1996 NBA Draft by the Charlotte Hornets. He went on to play for several NBA teams, including the Golden State Warriors, Phoenix Suns, and Boston Celtics, over a decade-long career. Notably, he scored 53 points in a game with the Suns, marking one of the highest single-game performances in franchise history.

Delk’s coaching experience includes stints as an assistant at the University of Kentucky under Coach John Calipari and at New Mexico State University. His return to Kentucky comes at a pivotal time, with the Wildcats advancing to the NCAA Tournament’s Sweet 16 under Coach Pope’s leadership. Delk’s expertise is expected to enhance the team’s performance as they prepare for their upcoming matchup against the Tennessee Volunteers.

This development has energized the Big Blue Nation, with fans expressing excitement over Delk’s return and the potential positive impact on the Wildcats’ postseason run.