Jayden Quaintance - College Basketball News & Rumors

What went wrong for Jayden Quaintance at Kentucky? Jayden Quaintance entered Kentucky as a projected star, but injuries and limited playing time derailed his impact before declaring for the 2...

APRIL 15 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Declares for NBA Draft Quaintance (knee) has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, per his personal X account.

Impact Quaintance only played in four games this season as he battled a knee injury that de-railed his sophomore campaign. Still, the 6-foot-10 big man is considered an NBA prospect, and in his freshman year he averaged 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds and 2.6 blocks with Arizona State. The big man has a lot of skills that should intrigue NBA front offices.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined once again Quaintance (knee) is out for Sunday's game at Iowa State.

Impact Quaintance missed the NCAA Tournament opener, and he won't be able to suit up Sunday, either. The big man can be a valuable asset when healthy, but he's not expected to play a big role even if he's able to return at some point in the NCAA Tournament.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Quaintance says he is 'unlikely' to return for Kentucky this season It has been over two months since we last saw Jayden Quaintance on the court in blue and white. Well, don't expect to see him moving forward...

MARCH 19 • SI.COM

Officially out Quaintance (knee) is officially listed as out for Friday's game against Santa Clara.

Impact Quaintance has officially been ruled out as expected, backing coach Mark Pope's comments from earlier in the week. The 6-10 sophomore is making progress and could have an outside shot at suiting up if the Wildcats advance beyond the first round.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out for Round of 64 Kentucky head coach Mark Pope said Monday that Quaintance (knee) is making progress but isn't expected to be ready in time to face Santa Clara on Friday in the First Round of the N...

Impact Pope said that he doesn't think Quaintance will be able to "cross the line before this weekend," which all but ensures the star center will be sidelined for the Wildcats' First-Round game, and possibly beyond. Quaintance has played in just four games this season and hasn't taken the court since Jan. 7 due to a right knee injury. We'll know Quaintance's availability for certain when Kentucky releases its official injury report Thursday night.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for quarterfinals Quaintance (knee) is out for Friday's quarterfinal game against Florida at Nashville.

Impact By defeating Missouri on Thursday, Kentucky's team not only improved its chances of qualifying for March Madness but also earned another game against the defending champions. Unfortunately for Quaintance, he is still unable to play in the SEC tournament. If the Wildcats defeat Florida, they will play either Tennessee or Vanderbilt on Saturday.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Thursday Quaintance (knee) is out for Thursday's contest against Missouri in the SEC Tournament, per Kentucky's official team injury report.

Impact Quaintance will miss yet another game for the Wildcats as he has not played since early January due to a knee injury. The 6-foot-10 sophomore has appeared in just four games this season, averaging five points and five rebounds in 17 minutes per game. If the Wildcats are able to take down the Tigers on Thursday, he will get another chance to return in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals against Florida on Friday.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to play Wednesday Quaintance (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against LSU.

Impact Quaintance has been working to be ready for the postseason, but his opening game in the SEC Tournament will come too soon for him. The big man hasn't played since Jan. 7 due to a right knee injury. His next chance to play would be Thursday against Missouri, but only as long as the Wildcats win Wednesday.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Working toward postseason return Quaintance (knee) is working toward a postseason return for Kentucky, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.

Impact Quaintance hasn't played a game since Jan. 7 due to a right knee injury, but he could be primed to make his return after the Wildcats' regular season. The 6-foot-10 sophomore has a strength test in the coming days that is currently likely to get him cleared, given that his knee swelling has been under control as of late. While nothing is set in stone yet, the potential NBA lottery pick looks to be in a favorable spot for a tournament court appearance as of now.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Quaintance injury update: Mark Pope shares bad news on Kentucky star after last game vs. Missouri Kentucky basketball coach Mark Pope delivered an update on Jayden Quaintance’s injury status on Thursday ahead of the Wildcats’ trip to Auburn.

FEBRUARY 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Mark Pope shared a not-so-good update on Jayden Quaintance's status Kentucky basketball is going on nearly a month-and-a-half without having star big man Jayden Quaintance on the floor. Following his return f...

FEBRUARY 19 • SI.COM

Jayden Quaintance injury: Mark Pope shares shocking update on Kentucky star after getting benched vs. Tennessee Jayden Quaintance's college basketball career might be over. The Kentucky Wildcats power forward has missed his team's last nine games due to knee soreness.

FEBRUARY 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Jayden Quaintance falling, Malachi Moreno absent in ESPN NBA Draft Big Board Where did Kentucky players land in the latest Big Board rankings?

FEBRUARY 12 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Mark Pope's stubborn refusal to hire a GM is a mistake Kentucky can no longer afford Will Stein hired a GM immediately. Mark Pope is still waiting. The Jayden Quaintance injury proves why that hesitation is costing the Cats.

FEBRUARY 11 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Out indefinitely Quaintance is out indefinitely with swelling in his knee, Tyler Thompson of On3.com reports.

Impact Quaintance has missed the last five games for the Wildcats, and he'll now be sidelined for even longer as he works back from knee issues. The sophomore big man's return timeline remains unknown, but he should be inactive at least until February. He's appeared in just four games this season, averaging five points and five rebounds on 17 minutes per game.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Kentucky vs. Ole Miss Injury Report: 3 Wildcats ruled out Jayden Quaintance remains sidelined for Kentucky.

JANUARY 24 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Jayden Quaintance not expected to play vs. Ole Miss, per report The Kentucky Wildcats are getting set to face the Ole Miss Rebels on Saturday, looking to extend their winning streak to five games. But, in...

JANUARY 23 • SI.COM

Unavailable vs. Mississippi Quaintance (knee) is out for Saturday's game against Mississippi, Zach Geoghegan of On3.com reports.

Impact Even though On3 recently reported that Quaintance being available may be soon, he requires at least a few more days to recover. As part of Kentucky, the sophomore logged four games. Quaintance not playing Saturday indicates that for UK, Saturday will include his 16th DNP. After sitting out 80 percent of the 2025-26 Wildcats' games, his netxt opportunity is Tuesday at Vanderbilt.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Texas, may return soon Quaintance (knee) is out Wednesday against Texas but head coach Mark Pope is "super optimistic" that he'll be able to return soon, per KSR.

Impact Quaintance has missed the last three games and only appeared in four contests this season for the Wildcats. He'll make it four straight absences when Kentucky hosts Texas on Wednesday night, but the forward appears to be trending in the right direction given Pope's comments. The sophomore's next chance to return will come on Saturday against Ole Miss.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jeff Goodman thinks Jayden Quaintance may not play again for Kentucky Basketball Quaintance remains sidelined following a setback in his surgically-repaired knee.

JANUARY 18 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Kentucky vs. Tennessee Injury Report: Jayden Quaintance out once again Another game without Quaintance.

JANUARY 17 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Out Saturday Quaintance (knee) is unavailable Saturday at Tennessee.

Impact Quaintance was reported to be progressing through his knee injury earlier in the week, but the sophomore forward will remain out Saturday in Knoxville. It'll be his third straight missed game and he'll look to return against Texas on Jan. 21.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Oweh scores 21, Moreno hits winner as Kentucky stuns LSU 75-74 in comeback win

Otega Oweh scored 21 points and Malachi Moreno hit a game-winning shot to lead Kentucky from an 18-point second-half deficit and beat LSU 75-74 on Wednesday night

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Mark Pope suggests Jayden Quaintance is fine and not shutting it down Some fans seem to think Jayden Quaintance is shutting it down for his NBA stock,

JANUARY 14 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

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Oweh scores 21, Moreno hits winner as Kentucky stuns LSU 75-74 in comeback win