Get ready for the action by checking out some of these pregame reads. Saying this, Kentucky does have a home loss to UNC Wilmington, so it’s clear they can’t afford to come out flat on the road in a rivalry game, or else, this could turn into a game that comes down to the wire. The fantastic freshmen have put on a show, while the vets like Antonio Reeves and Tre Mitchell have shown why their presence is vital to this team, and it has the Big Blue Nation believing this team can be special. Due to the success of Derby City Gaming, Churchill revealed plans in July to spend 76 million there in an expansion that includes 400 more gambling machines and a five-story, 123-room hotel. This is one of their best offensive starts to the season over the last five years. The Cats, however, are a much different story. You could say Louisville is scrapier, and that’s true, but it’s still not translating into wins as the Cards sit at 5-6. While the Cards have won more than last year, it’s still been a major disappointment. After one of their worst seasons in program history during the 2022-23 campaign, many expected, rightfully, to see some progression. To say this season has been a disappointment for the Cards is an understatement. You can watch the game on ESPN or stream it live online at WatchESPN and the ESPN app. The Kentucky Wildcats take on the Louisville Cardinals at 6 pm ET at the KFC Yum! Center.
