Mark Pope and the Kentucky basketball team is 2-0 after beating James Madison. However, they dropped out of the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, and are now heading into an even bigger test tonight when they face the No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks.
It's a battle between two of college basketball's blue bloods, but Tyran Stokes will be a big part of the story. Pope centered his recruiting strategy around the top recruit, but Stokes spurned the Wildcats for Kansas. He's averaging 11 points and 6 rebounds per game so far this season.
For Kentucky, the game will depend on their ability to shoot the ball. Milan Momcilovic struggled against James Madison, but they'll need him to be on his game. The Wildcats will also need to get perimeter shooting from Alex Wilkins
and Kam Williams, who should get more minutes this week. Rebounding will also be key. They have to do a better job of boxing out and giving up second chance points.
Stream Kentucky vs Kansas
Last season, against ranked non-conference teams, Kentucky got man-handled. They have to correct that, and keep this game close in the first half. It's a big-time early season battle, and fans will be eager to tune in. Here's how they can watch the game tonight.
What channel is Kentucky vs Kansas on today?
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Livestream: Fubo (free trial)
Kentucky vs Kansas will broadcast nationally on ESPN. Dan Shulman and Jay Bilas will call the game along with Kris Budden. Streaming options for the game include Fubo, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
Kentucky vs Kansas time today
- Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10
- Start time: 9:30 P.M. EST
The Kentucky vs Kansas game starts at 9:30 P.M. EST from the United Center in Chicago.
Kentucky vs Kansas picks, odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM
- Spread: Kansas by 4.5
- Over/under: 155.5
- Moneyline: Kentucky +175
This article originally appeared on UK Wildcats Wire: Where to watch Kentucky vs Kansas today: Time, channel
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