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Jayden Quaintance 'crushed' final strength test, now playing full-court 5-on-5
- Quaintance is now practicing full-contact 5-on-5 after passing a final strength test, signaling a move toward a debut with Kentucky.
- Coach Pope says Quaintance is being brought back cautiously, with “really, really important” hurdles cleared before full contact.
- Quaintance, a 6’10.5”, 255-pound forward, earned All-Freshman and All-Defensive honors at Arizona State, highlighting his high ceiling for Kentucky.
- Teammates praised Quaintance’s presence in the paint and his simple, aggressive style as a potential game-changer for Kentucky.
- Quaintance is seen as a potential spark for Kentucky after a tough early schedule, with multiple big-matchups anticipated.
- Quaintance’s return comes as Kentucky navigates injury updates and roster recaps ahead of upcoming games.
- The report situates Quaintance within Kentucky’s broader recruitment and injury context, noting the team’s careful planning.
- Quaintance had college standout credentials prior to Kentucky, having excelled in his freshman year at Arizona State.
- The article frames Quaintance’s progression as essential for Kentucky’s defensive and offensive balance this season.
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