Louisville vs Kentucky Basketball: TV Channel, Schedule, and Odds Today
The highly anticipated basketball showdown between Louisville and Kentucky is set to take place today at the KFC Yum! Center. This game is significant for several reasons. It marks the earliest meeting ever between these archrivals and also features both teams ranked, a first since 2019.
Matchup Overview
Current Team Rankings
- Louisville Cardinals: Ranked No. 12 with a record of 2-0.
- Kentucky Wildcats: Ranked No. 8 with a record of 2-0.
Recent Performances
- Louisville defeated South Carolina State (104-45) and Jackson State (106-70).
- Kentucky won against Nicholls (77-51) and Valparaiso (107-59).
Game Details
The game is scheduled to tip off at 8 p.m. ET. It will be broadcasted live on ESPN, with Dan Shulman handling play-by-play duties and Jay Bilas providing analysis. For radio coverage, the Cardinal Sports Network will feature Paul Rogers and Bob Valvano, while the UK Sports Network will present Tom Leach and Jack Givens.
Betting Odds and Predictions
According to DraftKings, Louisville is favored by 2.5 points with moneyline odds of -155. Kentucky’s odds are +130. The over/under for total points is set at 168.5.
Probability of Winning
- KenPom gives Louisville a 51% chance to win, projecting a close score of 84-83.
- BartTorvik.com estimates Louisville’s chances at 68%, with a projection of 85-79.
Viewing Options
Fans can watch the game on various cable channels:
- ESPN: Channel 602 on AT&T U-Verse
- DTV: Channel 206 on DirecTV
- Dish: Channel 140 on Dish
- Spectrum: Channel 506 on Spectrum
For those without cable, the game can be streamed via Fubo with a free trial, and also on ESPN.com or the ESPN app.
In summary, the Louisville versus Kentucky basketball game promises to be an exciting contest today. The rivalry continues to capture the attention of fans as both teams battle not only for victory but also for bragging rights in one of college basketball’s most storied rivalries.
