Seth Greenberg Apologizes for Controversial Comment About Kentucky Guard Travis Perry
Former Kentucky Wildcat DJ Wagner delivered a standout performance against his old team on Saturday, leading Arkansas to victory over Kentucky with an impressive 17 points, eight assists, and three rebounds. However, in the aftermath of the game, ESPN analyst Seth Greenbergmade a remark on the Hogs Plus Podcast that sparked controversy among Kentucky fans.
Greenberg’s Controversial Statement on Travis Perry
During the podcast discussion, Greenberg specifically referenced the defensive matchup between Wagner and **Kentucky freshman guard Travis Perry, stating:
They found that matchup with DJ on the Perry kid, and DJ could’ve gotten arrested for what he did to that kid.
This comment suggested that Wagner completely dominated Perry in their head-to-head matchup. However, the problem with Greenberg’s statement was that Wagner did not actually score any points while being guarded by Perry. Given this inaccuracy, many Kentucky fans viewed his remarks as an unwarranted jab at the in-state freshman.
Greenberg Issues an Apology
A Kentucky fan on social media quickly pointed out Greenberg’s mistake, prompting the ESPN analyst to acknowledge his error and offer an apology to Perry.
In response, Greenberg stated:
I agree and regret that. Perry is a great kid that is living his dream wearing that uniform. I misspoke in the moment. That was wrong. I take responsibility for it.
While Greenberg’s apology was direct and took ownership of the mistake, the comment had already fueled frustration among Kentucky’s fanbase, who were already unhappy with him for previous remarks.
Ongoing Friction Between Greenberg and Kentucky Fans
This incident comes at a time when Kentucky fans have been increasingly critical of Greenberg**. Many feel that he has overstepped in his commentary, particularly regarding how fans reacted to former Kentucky head coach John Calipari’s return to Rupp Arena with Arkansas. Greenberg had previously voiced strong opinions about how the Kentucky faithful should have welcomed Calipari, which further alienated him from the fanbase.
Looking Ahead for Kentucky and Arkansas
Meanwhile, Arkansas is building momentum following their victory over Kentucky. The Razorbacks extended their winning streak by securing another road victory over Texas in Austin on Wednesday.
As for Kentucky, Coach Mark Pope’s team now faces a critical challenge at home, as they prepare for an upcoming matchup against Alabama on Saturday. With SEC play heating up, the Wildcats will be looking to bounce back and prove themselves on their home floor.
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