Today marks a significant event in college basketball as Louisville takes on Kentucky in a highly anticipated rivalry game. This matchup is noteworthy for being the earliest meeting between these two teams in a season and the first encounter as ranked opponents since 2019.
Game Details
The game will be played at the KFC Yum! Center, with tip-off scheduled for 8 p.m. Eastern Time. Both teams come into the game with undefeated records, Louisville ranked No. 12 and Kentucky at No. 8.
Team Performances
- Louisville Cardinals: They have a 2-0 record, defeating South Carolina State (104-45) and Jackson State (106-70).
- Kentucky Wildcats: Also 2-0, they achieved victories over Nicholls (77-51) and Valparaiso (107-59).
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to DraftKings, Louisville is a 2.5-point favorite with a moneyline of -155, while Kentucky stands at +130. The over/under for the game is set at 168.5 points.
Statistical predictions suggest a close contest. KenPom forecasts a 51% chance of a Louisville victory, with an expected final score of 84-83. In contrast, BartTorvik.com estimates a 68% chance for Louisville, predicting an 85-79 outcome.
Where to Watch and Listen
The game will be broadcast on ESPN, accessible on various cable providers:
- AT&T U-Verse: Channel 602
- DirecTV: Channel 206
- Dish: Channel 140
- Spectrum: Channel 506
In addition, you can stream it on ESPN.com and the ESPN app. For those without cable, Fubo offers a free trial for streaming.
Radio Coverage
Listeners can catch the game on the Cardinal Sports Network with Paul Rogers and Bob Valvano. Coverage is available on WLCL 93.9-FM and WGTK 970-AM in Louisville. Alternatively, the UK Sports Network offers commentary from Tom Leach and Jack Givens.
For any further updates and insights about the game, fans can reach out to reporter Brooks Holton via email or on X at @brooksHolton. Enjoy the game!
