Jayden Quaintance - College Basketball News & Rumors

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.

3 DAYS AGO • 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

Progressing through knee injury Quaintance (knee) is progressing through his injury and reportedly feeling better, per KSR.

Impact Quaintance missed the Wildcats' win over Mississippi State, his 12th total absence this season. The forward has played in just four games in 2025-26, but he's reportedly progressing through his knee ailment and should be trending towards making a recovery sooner rather than later. Still, we have no time-table for the sophomore forward's return.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Quaintance is experiencing knee swelling and will be held out until he's 100 percent ready to return, Jack Pilgrim of Kentucky Sports Radio reports.

Impact The swelling has been "on and off since making his debut," according to Pilgrim, so Kentucky is taking the safe approach here. This means the big man is going to miss at least a few games and there's no concrete date for his return to action.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Mississippi State Quaintance (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against Mississippi State.

Impact Quaintance is coming off his first of the season, but he won't be able to build off that since he won't play Saturday. It's unclear if he's dealing with a new injury or if Kentucky's medical staff is just being cautious with the star forward, but either way, the sophomore won't be an option Saturday. He'll aim to return against LSU on Wednesday, Jan. 14.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kentucky Wildcats Find Its Footing With Jayden Quaintance Back Kentucky finally looks whole as Christmas break ends, with Jayden Quaintance’s return giving the Wildcats balance, confidence, and a clearer...

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Kentucky embraced the high-risk, high-reward pursuing Jayden Quaintance last offseason Kentucky basketball got a gem in the transfer portal this off-season in Arizona State transfer Jayden Quaintance. The 6-10 big man has as hi...

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • SI.COM

College Basketball Rankings: Casey Jacobsen Welcomes Kentucky Back, Top 3 Unchanged

FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares the latest edition of his college basketball rankings, with Michigan continuing to lead the way.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

College Basketball Rankings: Casey Jacobsen Welcomes Kentucky Back, Top 3 Unchanged

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DECEMBER 21, 2025 • SI.COM

Jayden Quaintance dominates in Kentucky debut: "I felt like I'd make it my moment" A season-changer for the Kentucky Wildcats.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Jayden Quaintance makes a big impact in his Kentucky debut, helping Wildcats beat No. 22 St. John's

Turns out, the wait for Jayden Quaintance was well worth it

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

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

College Basketball Rankings: Casey Jacobsen Welcomes Kentucky Back, Top 3 Unchanged

Jayden Quaintance makes a big impact in his Kentucky debut, helping Wildcats beat No. 22 St. John's