Wildcats Star Point Guard Reportedly Accepted Luxury Car Gift from Out-of-State Booster Connected to Illegal Sportsbook Operation
College hoops is no stranger to controversy, but this one could shake the Kentucky Wildcats to their core. According to a well-placed SEC source, the team’s star point guard is under investigation for allegedly receiving a $90,000 luxury SUV from an unnamed out-of-state booster—who reportedly has connections to an illegal online sportsbook.
The vehicle was spotted in several social media posts, with fans raising questions about how a college athlete could afford such wheels. Though NIL deals are now allowed, NCAA officials are investigating the booster’s ties to offshore betting accounts and whether the gift constitutes a violation.
Coach Calipari is said to be “furious” and unaware of the situation until photos surfaced. UK compliance staff are scrambling to get ahead of the story before it derails their season.
Could this be the next big scandal in college basketball? The timing couldn’t be worse.
