Kentucky basketball is one of the blue-bloods in college basketball and its fan base ranks as one of the, if not the, the most passionate in the country.

With a recent national championship, a coach who understands the 'Kentucky Way', constant top recruiting classes and a storied history, there are plenty of reasons why being part of Big Blue Nation is something to brag about.

However, what are the top reasons to stick your chest out if you're a Kentucky fan? We'll take a look at the top five reasons why life is good in Lexington.

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