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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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29. Melvin Turpin

Turpin was a 6’11” center who decided to stay home and play for his hometown Wildcats. He ended up being a three-time All-SEC selection while also being a two-time All-American. He helped lead Kentucky to the 1984 Final Four.

After playing just 13 minutes a game as a freshman, he broke out during his sophomore year playing over 30 minutes a game and averaging over 13 points and seven rebounds a game. That year was his best rebounding effort during his time in Lexington.

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