The Kentucky Wildcats and Texas A&M Aggies, both ranked teams with matching 13-3 records, face off tonight at Rupp Arena. Kentucky holds a slight ranking advantage, sitting at No. 9 (USA TODAY) and No. 8 (AP) compared to Texas A&M’s No. 11 in both polls. This game marks the first meeting between Kentucky’s new coach, Mark Pope, and Texas A&M’s Buzz Williams. Interestingly, Kentucky guard Jaxson Robinson, now in his fifth year, played for Texas A&M as a freshman.
Tip-off is at 7 p.m. EST tonight at Rupp Arena.
The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2, with Karl Ravech and Jimmy Dykes providing commentary. Catch the action on WatchESPN.com, the WatchESPN app, ESPN+, or through streaming services like Fubo (free trial available).
The UK radio network will also broadcast the game on 840 AM (Louisville) and 630 AM/98.1 FM (Lexington), with Tom Leach and Jack Givens calling the game. Listen online at UKAthletics.com.
Kentucky is a 7-point favourite according to DraftKings, with an over/under of 160 points. Money line odds are Kentucky -265 and Texas A&M +215.
This highly anticipated matchup promises fireworks between two SEC powerhouses. Both teams boast identical 13-3 overall and 2-1 conference records. The Wildcats will be looking for revenge after losing twice to the Aggies last season.