Why did John Calipari leave Kentucky? Here's everything to know of Calipari's decision to leave the Wildcats for Arkansas ahead of the 2024-25 season:

So, Kentucky fans, if you're reading this, let me make myself clear: You should, by all means, treat John Calipari however you want when he returns to a sold-out Rupp Arena late Saturday for the first time since leaving Kentucky after 15 years.

John Calipari shocked the college basketball world over the offseason, when he decided to jet for Arkansas and end his tenure with the Kentucky Wildcats. After sustained success in Lexington, Calipari’s status had become a point of contention,