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Kentucky Wildcats: 30 Greatest Players in School History

By Bobby Reagan

Feb 28, 2015; Lexington, KY, USA; The Kentucky Wildcats cheerleaders perform during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks in the second half at Rupp Arena. The Kentucky Wildcats defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks 84-67. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 28, 2015; Lexington, KY, USA; The Kentucky Wildcats cheerleaders perform during the game against the Arkansas Razorbacks in the second half at Rupp Arena. The Kentucky Wildcats defeated the Arkansas Razorbacks 84-67. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /
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17. Derek Anderson

2 seasons, 12.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.7 steals, 50% FG

Derek Anderson played his first two years at Ohio State before transferring back to his home state and attending Kentucky. He played a pivotal part on the 1996 NCAA champions known as the ‘Untouchables.’

Anderson, a 6’5” hybrid player allowed then-Kentucky head coach Rick Pitino to successfully play the uptempo style he loves. Anderson was a great defender, who had the capability to not only defend three positions, but play three different positions on the offensive side of the ball.

Next: No. 16 Antoine Walker