After a couple of improbable comebacks on the road, Kentucky is returning to the friendly confines of Rupp Arena on Wednesday night. The Wildcats will welcome the Texas Longhorns to Lexington. Ahead of the matchup, the folks in the desert have handicapped the matchup.
Kentucky opens as a 6.5-point favorite over Texas with a total of 155.5. KenPom predicts a final score of 82-76 in favor of the home team. Bart Torvik forecasts an 81-77 victory for the Wildcats. ESPN’s BPI gives Kentucky a 76.3% chance to win its first SEC game over the Horns.