Streaming details, keys to victory, and prediction for Kentucky basketball vs. Tennessee: How to listen and watch

Posted by author January 27, 2025 Basketball

Game Information- How to Watch and listen

Date: January 28th
Time: 7 PM
Location: Thompson-Boling Arena, Knoxville, Tennessee
TV: ESPN
Streaming: Hulu, YoutubeTV, Fubo, Sling, ESPN app on smartphones, smart TVs, and laptops
Radio coverage:

UKSportsNetwork: Tune into the game via radio for those on the move or preferring to listen to Tom Leach and Jack Givens:

Audio streaming online at WLAP, WSGS
Also catch live coverage of the game through the UK Sports Network on ukathletics.com or one of the following radio stations:
Lexington, KY: 98.1 FM / 630 WLAP
London, KY: 103.9 FM WWEL
Louisville, KY: 840 AM WHAS
Madisonville, KY: 93.9 FM WKTG
Hazard/Pikeville, KY: 101.1 WSGS

Kentucky vs. Tennessee: A Preview of the SEC Showdown

The Kentucky Wildcats (1-3 in true road games) will face a tough challenge as they visit the Tennessee Volunteers, who remain undefeated at home this season. With Kentucky’s high-powered offense going up against Tennessee’s lockdown defense, this game is set to be a thrilling SEC matchup. Can the Cats avoid 3 straight losses?

Kentucky Team Stats

Points/Game: 88.1 (#3 nationally)
Rebounds/Game: 40.8 (#8 nationally)
Assists/Game: 18.3 (#7 nationally)
Three-Point Percentage: 36.9% (#48 nationally)

Tennessee Team Stats

Points Allowed/Game: 58.4 (#2 nationally)
Rebounds Allowed/Game: 31.2 (#29 nationally)
Opponent Three-Point Percentage: 25.4% (#1 nationally)
Blocks/Game: 5.2 (#22 nationally)

Keys to the game for the Wildcats

1. Win the Rebounding Battle

Kentucky excels at rebounding, ranking 8th nationally with 40.8 boards per game. However, Tennessee is also strong on the glass, especially with offensive rebounds (37.5% offensive rebounding rate, 9th in the country). To win, Kentucky must dominate both ends of the floor and limit Tennessee’s second-chance opportunities, probably without Andrew Carr.

2. Efficient Three-Point Shooting

Tennessee’s defense is suffocating beyond the arc, holding opponents to just 25.4% shooting (best in the nation). Kentucky will need to rely on their shooters, particularly a slumping Koby Brea and new stetch four Trent Noah to knock down key threes and stretch the Volunteers’ defense.

Prediction

While Kentucky boasts one of the best offenses in the nation, Tennessee’s defense at home is unmatched. Mark Pope’s squad has the talent to compete, but their 1-3 record in true road games raises concerns about their ability to perform in a hostile environment like Thompson-Boling Arena.