In March, Drake and J. Cole performed at Rupp Arena, drawing a large audience, including Koby Brea, who was not yet part of the team at that time. Brea attended the concert excited to be in the iconic venue.
During the postgame radio show after Kentucky’s decisive 108-59 victory over Jackson State, head coach Mark Pope recounted Brea’s experience at Rupp Arena. Brea expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “Man, this is Kentucky,” and when his girlfriend asked if he was more excited about Drake or the arena, he replied, “I’m more excited about Rupp.”
Since then, Brea has played four games at Rupp Arena, excelling with an average of 18 points per game and an impressive shooting percentage of 78.3% from three-point range, making 18 of his 23 attempts. He is also contributing 4.2 rebounds per game while delivering many highlights for fans. In a recent game, he led Kentucky in scoring with 22 points. If he maintains his strong shooting, he could position himself for selection in the 2025 NBA Draft.
Overall, Brea’s journey to playing for Kentucky and competing in Rupp Arena has been remarkable, delighting both him and the fans who support him and the team.
