Imagine if Meeks came back to UK in Calipari's first season....Wall, Bledsoe, Meeks, Cousins, Patterson. No way that poor shooting performance happens against WVU.
That’s for sure. But it had been a while since UK had a guy with great NBA draft stock, Meeks was ready to go. We definitely needed him as a 3 point & Free Throw line threat for post season
Don't forget that WVU was one of the worst 3-point shooting teams in the nation coming into that game. They went nuts from 3...... That was a crazy missed opportunity........SMH......
I was at this game, Most insane thing I have ever witnessed live. I have seen High school kids put it 56 pts before, but not at the college level. INSANE
At the time, I honestly thought Meeks & Patterson would save Billy G's job. They should have been soooo much better. Miller as a freshman was the 3rd best player on the team and barely played. And then to add insult to injury, totally lose it down the stretch and not even make the tournament. My, my how things work out...thank you for sucking so bad 2009 Cats! Because it brought us the rock star of all rock stars! Mr John Calipari!
I remember this game well. If memory serves, Meeks broke Kentucky's all-time leading scorer, Dan Issel's record for most points scored in a single game by any Kentucky player. In 1970, Issel scored a then UK single game record 53 points against Mississippi State. A record that stood until Jodie Meeks scored 54 in this game against Tennessee in 2009. I never saw any replay of Issel's performance in 1970 against Mississippi St., but I was fortunate enough to have been watching this game. I'd have to say the only other single game scoring performances by a UK player that stand out with this one in my mind would obviously be Jack "The Goose" Givens's 41 points in the 1978 National Title game when Kentucky defeated Duke, and the other that springs to mind in recent years I suppose would be when Malik Monk went off on North Carolina for 47 points in the CBS Classic back in December, 2016. His jumper was very Jodie Meeks like in that game as well.
Great memory my man. I'd agree on everyone, but like u said I was only 4, when Dan hung up 53, on Mississippi st. But I know for a fact, my dad was sitting at kitchen table listening to cawood call the game.
I was there!!!! Dressed in blue!!!! Me and whole bus load of buddies!!!! I remember at halftime, I went into bathroom, two older fellas with orange dress coats on was in there. 1 ask the other, think we can out score them in 2nd half? Other fella said we can't out score Jodie Meeks. HE got hot early, and stayed scorching for whole game.
I am SENSING some serious GOOOD in Jodie Meeks. I'm going to predict NOW he's going to be a great player for the Lakers in the future, definitely for sure.
This is the kind of ball I've always dreamed of seeing-a pass-first, lights-out point guard; the most skilled, creative wing player ever in KB (IMO); a long, skilled cerebral 4-man (w/no ego); more shooters off the bench; and a once-in-a-lifetime big that will accept being a 2nd/3rd offensive option while concentrating on rebounding and protecting the rim. When LA goes small, just one big, along with Nash, Meeks and Kobe, watch out ... key is team chemistry, pass, share, humble, excellent
I agree. I'm not a Laker fan by no means, but they are going to be scary. Too many weapons. Meeks will get some open looks and he's lights out. It's going to be hard to pressure him with Howard, Kobe, and Gasol at 3, 4, and 5. Nash will get giant assist numbers and alot of open 3's as well. LA vs. Miami is going to be like a freaking all-star game.
I don't think people realize how dangerous Lakers are going to be ... I've had my eye on Meeks since his days at KU and he was still lights out in Philly ... great reserve, along with Nash to space the floor for Howard and Gasol ... if Howard is completely healthy, Ebanks matures into Ariza 2.0, Lakers could be looking at a potential 2- or 3-peat ... give credit to Kupchak and the organization for pursuing greatness
When UT cut the lead to 7 with under 6 minutes to go, I was saying to myself "one more stop,and we'll take this game". Then Jodie hits a 3 . . . and ANOTHER 3 . . . then he gets fouled and hits 3 FREE THROWS. GAME OVER IN a 2 minute stretch, the Vols went from one stop away from cutting the lead to 4 or 5 . . to down 16 points via Jodie going on a 9 - 0 run all by himself. Great performance by Jodie.
National Championship in 98 finishing off 3 straight trips to the title game. UKs last SEC Tourny Champ was 2004 (25 total more than all other schools combined) Reg Season 2005 (43 total more than all schools combined) Im sure Florida is happy with their measly combined 7 SEC championships. You've almost caught Miss St.
@finisher3x Not sure what you were referring too, but I am aware that theres a difference between college and pro level. But when you've got Ray Allen saying he's an up and coming great player after he had a prolific college career, you realize he's been undervalued by teams. Philly at least saw he has ability.
Well, they almost went back to back. An injury to Derek Anderson left them losing to Arizona in the Championship in overtime. But the '96 team had guys like Ron Mercer, Antoine Walker, Tony Delk, Anthony Epps, Derek Anderson, Walter McCarty, Jeff Shephard, and Mark Pope. I mean, 9 of the guys went on to play NBA ball, with the majority being first round picks. Talent wise, simply incredible. I mean, they had enough talent overflow to go to 3 straight championships, winning 2.
@89Ryanhoward All Tennessie is good for is football. Kentucky haves improved over the last few years in fooball. We have been to five straight bowls and have one three out of the five. Kentucky doesn't suck in football, they're a working progress.
Off the top of my head Nazr Mohammed, Derek Anderson, Rajon Rondo, Tayshaun Prince, Antoine Walker all have NBA championship rings. And thats just modern day.
@The23Jman You're right. Tennessie fans just have to face the fact that they'll never be what Kentucky is in basketball. Kentucky is the true king of the SEC. Period!
@Wallace: I agree for the most part, Billy was a better recruiter than most people would give him credit for but Jorts? That is pushing it. He was a water boy before Cal made him into what he was his senior year. I don't know if any other coach could have done that. Cal done more for him in one year than Billy did for him in 2 or could have done in 4
I wish KY woulda kept that uniform. The checkered look now is sooo ugly!!! These uniforms and the uniform they wore in 2001 and prior were my favorite all-time. And Jodie was that guy!! 💯
I know right? He would have been the missing piece we needed in 2010 when we went ice cold vs W. Virginia. If he had came back I have NO doubt we would have won the title.
How this kick was overlooked and underappreciated come draft time is beyond me. He sat on the bench for a horrible Milwaukee Bucks team. Sixers at least knew he had talent. If he can become a tenacious defender and round out his game a bit, he'll be a reliable player for years to come.
Meeks can shoot the shit out of the ball. Lakers got him at a bargain, too. Will turn 25 a week from now, meaning the Lakers could possibly hold onto him long-term. Great move to get him for the bench.
I know man.. very very unexpected.. I thought he was like the serious 3 point threat in the Lakers 2012-2013 team like Danny green is with the Spurs lol, but iunno what happened.. And yeah, gotta wait and see until next season.
NIKE produced special T-shirts for Meeks performance in this game. Billy Clyde refused to distribute the shirts to the team. Cal found the shirts in a box when he took over and had them distributed. Billy Clyde=Billy Clown. Go 'Cats.
Crap, I meant Allen Iverson. I don't know why I typed Carmello. My bad. But that doesn't change the validity of my point, the '96 draft was a lot more talented than its 2007 counterpart. Rajon Rondo's in the playoffs, as was Tayshaun. Chuck Hayes plays with the Rockets, and Morris is getting minor time with the Hawks. Plus, Matt Bonner? Really? Does a guy really get a ring when he averages 4.8 points per game?
We may have still lost a game but I have zero doubt that we would have won the title that year. I would give anything to have played that Duke team that won the title in 2010. We would have obliterated them with or without Jodie Meeks.
@pineapplepeanuts It's because in the NBA, you have to be able to create your own shot. In the pros, everybody is good, so a great player in college won't necessarily be a great player in the pros. You're not going to get all of those screens on the pro level. For Jodie to be a successful scorer in the NBA, he'll have to be on a team with a good PG who can drive the lane and kick a pass out to Jodie for an open shot.
It wouldn't be soon, and Meeks would more likely be Alexander's replacement because now Alexander is the replacement for Jefferson. And he's more of a scorer than a straight up(he is a good shooter) shooter so why not have him and Redd out on the floor.
Imagine if Meeks came back to UK in Calipari's first season....Wall, Bledsoe, Meeks, Cousins, Patterson. No way that poor shooting performance happens against WVU.
That’s for sure. But it had been a while since UK had a guy with great NBA draft stock, Meeks was ready to go. We definitely needed him as a 3 point & Free Throw line threat for post season
I doubt they would sign Wall, and/or Bledsoe
Don't forget that WVU was one of the worst 3-point shooting teams in the nation coming into that game. They went nuts from 3...... That was a crazy missed opportunity........SMH......
We probably would have won against West Virginia and played butler
That's still the most efficient performance I've ever seen in CBB... He got 50+ points on less than 25 fg attempts.... Crazy..
I was at this game, Most insane thing I have ever witnessed live. I have seen High school kids put it 56 pts before, but not at the college level. INSANE
Cheryl Miller put in over 100 points at the college level.....................and sat out the 4th quarter!!!
Is it ironic that they talked about john calipari?
At the time, I honestly thought Meeks & Patterson would save Billy G's job. They should have been soooo much better. Miller as a freshman was the 3rd best player on the team and barely played. And then to add insult to injury, totally lose it down the stretch and not even make the tournament. My, my how things work out...thank you for sucking so bad 2009 Cats! Because it brought us the rock star of all rock stars! Mr John Calipari!
Meeks didn't even win SEC player of the year mostly because after this game Billy handcuffed him, that dumbsonovabitch.
ukwizard
Yeah, he did handcuff him. Billy was just terrible.
really wish he came back for his senior year they would've won a title
Would have loved to seen him play for a real coach. Billy G was a joke. Could you imagine Meeks with wall and cousins?
Wasn’t Meeks with cousins in 2012 championship along with Patterson
@@noahhall5623 None of the 3 players you mentioned were on the 2012 title team. Meeks got drafted in 2009. Cousins and Patterson were drafted in 2010.
I remember this game well. If memory serves, Meeks broke Kentucky's all-time leading scorer, Dan Issel's record for most points scored in a single game by any Kentucky player. In 1970, Issel scored a then UK single game record 53 points against Mississippi State. A record that stood until Jodie Meeks scored 54 in this game against Tennessee in 2009. I never saw any replay of Issel's performance in 1970 against Mississippi St., but I was fortunate enough to have been watching this game. I'd have to say the only other single game scoring performances by a UK player that stand out with this one in my mind would obviously be Jack "The Goose" Givens's 41 points in the 1978 National Title game when Kentucky defeated Duke, and the other that springs to mind in recent years I suppose would be when Malik Monk went off on North Carolina for 47 points in the CBS Classic back in December, 2016. His jumper was very Jodie Meeks like in that game as well.
Great memory my man. I'd agree on everyone, but like u said I was only 4, when Dan hung up 53, on Mississippi st. But I know for a fact, my dad was sitting at kitchen table listening to cawood call the game.
Not being a smartass just mentioning that it was against Ole Miss. It's flashed across the screen around 7:48
i miss having jodie in blue and white.. i hope he has a great nba career ..thanks for the memories MR. MEEKS
Great vid. I love how you showed the game action surrounding his scoring plays. Very well done.
I was there!!!! Dressed in blue!!!! Me and whole bus load of buddies!!!! I remember at halftime, I went into bathroom, two older fellas with orange dress coats on was in there. 1 ask the other, think we can out score them in 2nd half? Other fella said we can't out score Jodie Meeks. HE got hot early, and stayed scorching for whole game.
What a time that must’ve been!
Anyone notice those player of the year candidates at the end of the game? Harangody, hansborough, GRIFFIN, CURRY, HARDEN.
Jodie Meeks was (and is) a fucking legend for being in contention.
Brendon of all those players you mentioned, who would have thought back then Harden would have become the great NBA player he is today?
Gives me chills every time I watch it. One of the few people Billie pulled in that was worth a damn. Meeks, Miller and Patterson.
Meeks was actually recruited and played for Tubby.
I'll never get over the pain of losing to WVU in 2010, with Jodie I doubt we'd have lost a game that year
I am SENSING some serious GOOOD in Jodie Meeks. I'm going to predict NOW he's going to be a great player for the Lakers in the future, definitely for sure.
GREAT piece of history. I am happy he did this against UT, but it would have been so great had he did this against Loserville. LOL. GO BIG BLUE!!!!
We can make a case this team saved Kentucky basketball
Billy always put a lot of passion into the postgame handshake
This is the kind of ball I've always dreamed of seeing-a pass-first, lights-out point guard; the most skilled, creative wing player ever in KB (IMO); a long, skilled cerebral 4-man (w/no ego); more shooters off the bench; and a once-in-a-lifetime big that will accept being a 2nd/3rd offensive option while concentrating on rebounding and protecting the rim. When LA goes small, just one big, along with Nash, Meeks and Kobe, watch out ... key is team chemistry, pass, share, humble, excellent
54 points on 22 shots....... GO BIG BLUE
i havent really enjoyed watching college basketball since kevin durants triple OT, but i enjoyed watching this
he is the best shooter on the lakers, but he is so under rated
ok
when i was young going to UK bball games, all i remember is the announcer saying 'AND ITS GOOD FOR JOOODDIIEE MEEEKS!' go big blue!
low key one of the best signings for the Lakers this offseason
Zion Harmon from Adair county Kentucky Just a freshman had 54 last week in High school .. mark it down he will come to Kentucky and beat Jody’s record
Lol fail
I watch this twice a day
I agree. I'm not a Laker fan by no means, but they are going to be scary. Too many weapons. Meeks will get some open looks and he's lights out. It's going to be hard to pressure him with Howard, Kobe, and Gasol at 3, 4, and 5. Nash will get giant assist numbers and alot of open 3's as well. LA vs. Miami is going to be like a freaking all-star game.
One of the best shooters in the history of the game.
I don't think people realize how dangerous Lakers are going to be ... I've had my eye on Meeks since his days at KU and he was still lights out in Philly ... great reserve, along with Nash to space the floor for Howard and Gasol ... if Howard is completely healthy, Ebanks matures into Ariza 2.0, Lakers could be looking at a potential 2- or 3-peat ... give credit to Kupchak and the organization for pursuing greatness
Sorry time traveler here. The only player mentioned in this video that had potential for a 2-3 peat was Steph curry
Damn boi is lights out.... you got that right PLZZZZZ Mitch give this dude the MML he would be worth every dollar.
If he stayed around for the John Wall team, that could have been an all-time great college team. Was even a good defensive player...ugh
Jodie Meeks has the nicest shooting form ever
When UT cut the lead to 7 with under 6 minutes to go, I was saying to myself "one more stop,and we'll take this game".
Then Jodie hits a 3 . . . and ANOTHER 3 . . . then he gets fouled and hits 3 FREE THROWS.
GAME OVER
IN a 2 minute stretch, the Vols went from one stop away from cutting the lead to 4 or 5 . . to down 16 points via Jodie going on a 9 - 0 run all by himself.
Great performance by Jodie.
National Championship in 98 finishing off 3 straight trips to the title game. UKs last SEC Tourny Champ was 2004 (25 total more than all other schools combined) Reg Season 2005 (43 total more than all schools combined) Im sure Florida is happy with their measly combined 7 SEC championships. You've almost caught Miss St.
Coach Cal is a TOP 5 NCAA COACH!
I remember this game vividly...it was great. I hated the shorts. I remember that
if meeks stays that kentucky team completes the undefeated season
I’m a UofL fan and Meeks is one of my favorite uk players right behind Chuck Hayes
Everybody loved chuck hayes. We have a to appreciate a grinder.
@finisher3x Not sure what you were referring too, but I am aware that theres a difference between college and pro level. But when you've got Ray Allen saying he's an up and coming great player after he had a prolific college career, you realize he's been undervalued by teams. Philly at least saw he has ability.
What a performance!
Would of loved to see him out there with the Raptors
Welcome to the raptors Jodie!
miller played with some great talent while at UK damn
I was wishing for Leandro Barbosa or Juan Carlos Navarro but this guy is one hell of a shooter. Just the lakers needs to beef up the reserve unit.
Jodie Meeks was born in Nashville, Tennessee... he's playing in his playground :D
Lets not forget Jorts. He played a large role in the Final 4 of 2011.
love the game
the sec has and will always belong to Kentucky in basketball
Amazing
GO BIG BLUE!!
Well, they almost went back to back. An injury to Derek Anderson left them losing to Arizona in the Championship in overtime. But the '96 team had guys like Ron Mercer, Antoine Walker, Tony Delk, Anthony Epps, Derek Anderson, Walter McCarty, Jeff Shephard, and Mark Pope. I mean, 9 of the guys went on to play NBA ball, with the majority being first round picks. Talent wise, simply incredible.
I mean, they had enough talent overflow to go to 3 straight championships, winning 2.
I would be a happy guy if my lakers got dwight and meeks seeing as they already signied nash & jamison that would be a great free agent summer for us
@89Ryanhoward All Tennessie is good for is football. Kentucky haves improved over the last few years in fooball. We have been to five straight bowls and have one three out of the five. Kentucky doesn't suck in football, they're a working progress.
Off the top of my head Nazr Mohammed, Derek Anderson, Rajon Rondo, Tayshaun Prince, Antoine Walker all have NBA championship rings. And thats just modern day.
Good memories.... This was basically the only good thing from Billy's tenure!!!
@The23Jman You're right. Tennessie fans just have to face the fact that they'll never be what Kentucky is in basketball. Kentucky is the true king of the SEC. Period!
@Wallace: I agree for the most part, Billy was a better recruiter than most people would give him credit for but Jorts? That is pushing it. He was a water boy before Cal made him into what he was his senior year. I don't know if any other coach could have done that. Cal done more for him in one year than Billy did for him in 2 or could have done in 4
amazing
It's 2019 and Jodie Meeks just hit another 3 against UT.
Oh, how I wish he would have came back for one more year. Once he gains a little more ball control. He is going to light it up in the NBA.
Please Mr. Kupchack sign this man into the Lakers... He's a great kid and help to Kobe, Nash and Jamison...
one of the few bright spots for UK under billy g
He is a beast
That JUMPER
One of the most efficient performances in college history
Where was this in Philadelphia!?!?
I wish KY woulda kept that uniform. The checkered look now is sooo ugly!!! These uniforms and the uniform they wore in 2001 and prior were my favorite all-time. And Jodie was that guy!! 💯
You can't stop Jodie. You can only hope to contain him!
I know right? He would have been the missing piece we needed in 2010 when we went ice cold vs W. Virginia. If he had came back I have NO doubt we would have won the title.
How this kick was overlooked and underappreciated come draft time is beyond me. He sat on the bench for a horrible Milwaukee Bucks team. Sixers at least knew he had talent. If he can become a tenacious defender and round out his game a bit, he'll be a reliable player for years to come.
he was like 3/467 this season lol lets hope he can pick it up next season wherever he goes.
Meeks can shoot the shit out of the ball. Lakers got him at a bargain, too. Will turn 25 a week from now, meaning the Lakers could possibly hold onto him long-term. Great move to get him for the bench.
They did, your wish came true! true wishes never die.
I know man.. very very unexpected.. I thought he was like the serious 3 point threat in the Lakers 2012-2013 team like Danny green is with the Spurs lol, but iunno what happened.. And yeah, gotta wait and see until next season.
Hoping that Herro or Keldon can do this tonight lol!
Respond to this video... funniest convo. We got halts and querters
why was he drafted 41st
they got him :)
@vyizgr8t lol i know. it don't matter anyway. halts, quarters, halfs, didn't matter to jodie that night. he OWNED the game.
NIKE produced special T-shirts for Meeks performance in this game. Billy Clyde refused to distribute the shirts to the team. Cal found the shirts in a box when he took over and had them distributed. Billy Clyde=Billy Clown. Go 'Cats.
He only this is, this video is from 2009. Alot of this can change in 3 years
what year was this
2009
Not sure how anyone played in those long ass shorts during that period
i really hope to see meeks pulling down 15ppg for the sixers by next year.
It couldn't of happened against a better or should I say worst opponent!😆
Crap, I meant Allen Iverson. I don't know why I typed Carmello. My bad. But that doesn't change the validity of my point, the '96 draft was a lot more talented than its 2007 counterpart.
Rajon Rondo's in the playoffs, as was Tayshaun. Chuck Hayes plays with the Rockets, and Morris is getting minor time with the Hawks. Plus, Matt Bonner? Really? Does a guy really get a ring when he averages 4.8 points per game?
Jodie Meeks agreed to 2-year deal worth about $3 million to play for the Lakers. Lakers all the way!
No woofing just straight up ballin
hell yeah picture him with Kobe and Nash.....oh boy, gonna get so many open 3's.....really hope LA signs him....
We may have still lost a game but I have zero doubt that we would have won the title that year. I would give anything to have played that Duke team that won the title in 2010. We would have obliterated them with or without Jodie Meeks.
Hey remember when Billy G told him to stop shooting during halftime? Yea, I try to forget everything about him too.
I couldn't find all the Vols loud mouths after this game and I live in Tennessee. The SEC will always be owned by UK.
Watch bruce on the sidelines progressively get more and more pissed
@pineapplepeanuts It's because in the NBA, you have to be able to create your own shot. In the pros, everybody is good, so a great player in college won't necessarily be a great player in the pros. You're not going to get all of those screens on the pro level. For Jodie to be a successful scorer in the NBA, he'll have to be on a team with a good PG who can drive the lane and kick a pass out to Jodie for an open shot.
Good God!
there might be a more fun thing to watch then a college guy who is in the zone and whenever he shoots you know its goin in!
It wouldn't be soon, and Meeks would more likely be Alexander's replacement because now Alexander is the replacement for Jefferson. And he's more of a scorer than a straight up(he is a good shooter) shooter so why not have him and Redd out on the floor.
This who buddy hield reminds me of. Jodie is better tho
Jodie was the better shooter but buddy lead his team to the final 4
Look how baggy the shorts were back then 😂 go cats!!
@MrBrentCarl correct