American · Bowling Green, USA · Born 2 December 1991Brandon Knight was Kentucky's floor leader as a freshman, earning NCAA All-Region Most Outstanding Player honors in 2011.
Brandon Knight was born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in 1991. He attended the University of Kentucky under coach John Calipari and played two seasons. He averaged 17.3 points per game in his sophomore season. He won the SEC Tournament MVP as the Wildcats advanced to the Final Four in 2011. He was one of the key pieces in John Calipari's system that produced one of the nation's most talented rosters — alongside Terrence Jones, Josh Harrellson and DeAndre Liggins. Detroit Pistons selected him eighth overall in the 2011 NBA Draft. His professional career was solid across multiple franchises. His Kentucky years — two seasons in Calipari's system that produced a Final Four run — established him as one of the programme's more versatile guards. He is perhaps best remembered in basketball culture for being on the receiving end of DeAndre Jordan's famous dunk during the 2012-13 NBA season — a moment that circulated widely on social media. His college career at Kentucky was spent in one of the most competitive programme environments in college basketball.
One-and-done freshman who led Kentucky to the 2011 Final Four
How They Played
Knight was known for his explosive scoring ability and quickness off the dribble. He possessed excellent three-point shooting range and could create his own shot effectively. His aggressive offensive style and ability to score in bunches made him a constant threat on the perimeter.
Lasting Impact
Knight helped establish Kentucky's return to national prominence under John Calipari and was part of the program's resurgence in college basketball.
Career Honours
- NCAA East Region All-Tournament Most Outstanding Player 2011
- SEC All-Freshman Team
| Club | Period | Apps |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Wildcats | 2010–2011 | 38 |
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