Preseason All-American Patrick Patterson (as seen on the right) graced the cover of the Sports Illustrated college basketball preview.Along with it, Grant Wahl has written a pretty in-depth story on head coach John Calipari’s arrival and the chilly relationship that has developed between he and former Kentucky coach Rick Pitino. Wahl walks readers through how Pitino had a major impact on Calipari landing the Massachusetts job and the how they’ve crossed paths throughout the years.Both coaches go on to say they respect each other in the story, but there is no doubt that any mutual love affair is non-existent. It’s added even more fuel to the fire that is arguably college basketball’s most heated rivalry.

And don’t forget, live blog for the Sam Houston State game at 7 p.m. I’m taking off for Rupp Arena shortly, so I’ll see everybody on the live blog later tonight.