Kentucky vs. Georgetown: Start Time, Score, TV Channel for Basketball Exhibition
Kentucky basketball is set to face Georgetown University in an exhibition game at Rupp Arena. The contest will take place on October 30 at 7 p.m., following Kentucky’s win against Purdue last week. Both teams have undergone significant changes since last season, with Georgetown adding several transfers to its roster.
Kentucky vs. Georgetown: Exhibition Game Details
- Date: October 30, 2023
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Rupp Arena, Lexington
- TV Broadcast: Streaming on SEC Network+
Kentucky Wildcats’ Season Preparations
Kentucky coach Mark Pope expressed excitement for the matchup, particularly praising Georgetown as one of college basketball’s elite programs, coached by Ed Cooley. However, the Wildcats will be without starting point guard Jaland Lowe, who is recovering from a shoulder injury sustained during an earlier exhibition game on October 17. Pope emphasized the importance of managing Lowe’s health to ensure he is ready for the regular season, which begins on November 4 against Nicholls.
Georgetown Hoyas’ Recent Performances
The Hoyas finished last season with an 18-16 record and returned ten players this year. They have also strengthened their lineup by acquiring six new faces through the transfer portal, including Isaiah Abraham (UConn) and DeShawn Harris-Smith (Maryland). In the summer, Georgetown participated in the GLOBL JAM, achieving a 2-1 record before narrowly missing out on gold after losing to Brazil in the finals.
Georgetown is coming off an impressive exhibition win against George Washington, where they secured a 73-64 victory.
Looking Ahead: Broadcast and Coverage
Fans can catch the game streamed live on SEC Network+. For radio listeners, the UK radio network will provide coverage on 840 AM in Louisville and several frequencies in Lexington. Tom Leach will handle play-by-play, with Jack Givens serving as the analyst.
Upcoming Kentucky Wildcats Schedule
- November 4: vs. Nicholls (Rupp Arena)
- November 7: vs. Valparaiso (Rupp Arena)
- November 11: at Louisville (KFC Yum! Center)
- November 14: vs. Eastern Illinois (Rupp Arena)
- November 18: vs. Michigan State (Champions Classic; Madison Square Garden)
This exhibition against Georgetown is a key opportunity for the Wildcats as they prepare for their upcoming season.
