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.

Calipari touched on what it means for him to return to Rupp Arena, where he coached from 2009-24, on ESPN's "College GameDay" on Saturday morning. REQUIRED READING: John Calipari's legacy in Lexington: Former UK basketball coach set for Rupp Arena return