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UL's front court is terrible. If a miracle happens and they shoot 55% from 3 they have a chance. That's about it.UL has the length to contend in the post. They have some guys who can give UK's guards fits off the dribble. IF UL shoots the three like they did vs IU, they very well could sneak out of Rupp with a win.
But I look for UK to be ready. It's at Rupp. I mean Cal is like 25,000-2 there. IMO this game is a toss-up. Kentucky will have to play well to win. It won't be a game where their "C" game will get it done. Louisville is better than what most feel. They are athletic, long, have some slashers, and some decent shooters. Spaulding could be a huge factor. To me he's the "X" factor for UL.
Cats need a good/solid game from Green and Alexander. If those two struggle, UK could be in trouble. Knox is gonna need some help, or otherwise he may neeed a 20/10 type of game for UK to win.
Betting against the grain is foolish. UK is very, very good at home. Though it would not surprise me if UL won, it also wouldn't shock me if UK came playing like thier hair is on fire, and totally dismantles UL. So I'll meet in the middle.
Ugly game, with a ton of fouls and turnovers. A type of game that in years past, would certainly benefit UL; If Pitino were coaching this team, I'd honestly lean toward UL. But in the end, I think the atmosphere of Rupp is the deciding factor.
UK 64-59
It is Christmas. Why aren't you on drugs?Are you on drugs?
It’s probably not good to be so confident. Watched the UCLA game yesterday, what part of your front court is impressive? Must’ve missed it.Are you on drugs?
I wouldn't call then terrible. I think they are efficient. Plus I never said they were great or world beaters. I just said they had the length----and they do; Spalding is 6'11". He's not bad. Averaging 10/8. Mahmoud is 7'0" and is pretty versatile. Not elite by no means. But efficient enough to make you respect him. He's averaging 8/7. Malik Williams is 6'10". Just a frosh, but has good skills for a kid his size. His numbers are not great. But he's a good athlete, who has shown he can hit hit the three ball, somewhat.UL's front court is terrible. If a miracle happens and they shoot 55% from 3 they have a chance. That's about it.
Also have Sutton and Lance Thomas off the bench, with Perry as a backcourt guard. Idk why UK fans are belittling our front court, when their front court isn’t anything to write home about. Expect a lot of blocked shots from Mahmoud and Spaulding. Together both are averaging about 7/per game. We just need to grab offensive boards and shoot above 45%, and we could win. We haven’t really been bad about turnovers, at least in the stat sheet, however stupid impulsive last minute turnovers tend to be a thorn in our side.I wouldn't call then terrible. I think they are efficient. Plus I never said they were great or world beaters. I just said they had the length----and they do; Spalding is 6'11". He's not bad. Averaging 10/8. Mahmoud is 7'0" and is pretty versatile. Not elite by no means. But efficient enough to make you respect him. He's averaging 8/7. Malik Williams is 6'10". Just a frosh, but has good skills for a kid his size. His numbers are not great. But he's a good athlete, who has shown he can hit hit the three ball, somewhat.
No UL's front court isn't somescary, monster. But by committee they are pretty decent.
Like I said, UL will have the length to contend with UK. Length is length. Rather you are elite, good, average----length is still length.
UL has some decent shooters. Nothing great, but again, efficient enough to keep you honest. Not to mention King is shooting 43% from three. Then they have two knockdown shooters in Nwora(45%/10-22). McMahon. He hasn't shot well. But he's a dude that can get hot. IMO, he's the kinda of guy who can be that "X" factor. In other words, capable of hitting 4, 5 or 6 three's if he gets rolling.
I know you guys hate UL. But the fact is, they're not as bad as you want to believe. They have some guys who can score the ball. A guy in Adell who can beat anyone off the bounce. PLus a senior PG in Snider who's played in these type of games. That can be huge.
I expect a UK win. But I expect a battle.
UL's front court is terrible. If a miracle happens and they shoot 55% from 3 they have a chance. That's about it.
Also have Sutton and Lance Thomas off the bench, with Perry as a backcourt guard. Idk why UK fans are belittling our front court, when their front court isn’t anything to write home about. Expect a lot of blocked shots from Mahmoud and Spaulding. Together both are averaging about 7/per game. We just need to grab offensive boards and shoot above 45%, and we could win. We haven’t really been bad about turnovers, at least in the stat sheet, however stupid impulsive last minute turnovers tend to be a thorn in our side.
Eh, you guys will probably win tbh.UL wins in Rupp. Zero faith in this soft ass team. Especially as long as PJ Suckington continues to eat mins that should go to someone else.
Worst thing that happened to UL's chances is UK's loss on Saturday. If UK had won that game I would give UL a better chance in this one.
UK's players should be embarrassed with their effort and execution and will certainly be wide awake come Friday.
77-73 UK. Shouldn't be that close, but these kids are impossible to predict, their effort level is very erratic.
I think that you’re saying that it’s only up to Kentucky who wins? If both teams play their A games, Louisville has a pretty good shot at a W.Worst thing that happened to UL's chances is UK's loss on Saturday. If UK had won that game I would give UL a better chance in this one.
UK's players should be embarrassed with their effort and execution and will certainly be wide awake come Friday.
77-73 UK. Shouldn't be that close, but these kids are impossible to predict, their effort level is very erratic.
UL is 10-2. How exactly are they underachieving?My only prediction, UofL fans expect to get cheated by the refs at Rupp lol.
IDK, this is a pickem game. UofL is underachieving and we're on training wheels. It'll be a fun game. Lots of TO's and stupid plays....but entertaining as most always....
Exhibit A of why UK fans are miserableUL wins in Rupp. Zero faith in this soft ass team. Especially as long as PJ Suckington continues to eat mins that should go to someone else.
Oh I agree with what you're saying and no, it's not just up to UK. But it is at Rupp and at this point in the season this UK team is totally different at home. They don't do so well away from home as we saw on Saturday.I think that you’re saying that it’s only up to Kentucky who wins? If both teams play their A games, Louisville has a pretty good shot at a W.
I'm a clown because I think the final score should be more than a 4 point difference? That's pretty stupid. It SHOULD be more than a 4 point victory. If it was on a neutral court it would be a tossup.Im sure you said the same for the past 7 years that it “shouldnt be that close”
What a clown
UL is 10-2. How exactly are they underachieving?
Both teams can play up to their potential, which in my opinion is top 10-20 ranking. UK has a high ceiling, but we do too. We haven’t yet touched our potential. Hopefully Rupp doesn’t shake us, we did go into Mackey against a top 25 Purdue team and almost get the dubya. Turnovers will be a crucial factor in this game imo. Whoever can capitalize will win.They should be a better team than they are. They have talent and experience. But they haven't played as such.
It has nothing to do with their record. It's the eye test. I've seen them play a few times. They haven't looked any better than UK...
I agree. Lot of that has to do with, well, not having Pitino. For what they have endured, I think 10-2 is solid. I mean they easily could've won @ Purdue; a 66-57 loss that was pretty tight throughout. Then lost to Seton Hall by 2. They haven't looked like a typical UL team. But then again, they're not in their typical situation.They should be a better team than they are. They have talent and experience. But they haven't played as such.
It has nothing to do with their record. It's the eye test. I've seen them play a few times. They haven't looked any better than UK...
Kentucky 77 Louisville 79
Not very high on this group. Not that your team is any good we just aren’t either.The ultimate jinx post. I like it.
Kentucky 76
Louisville 73
Not very high on this group. Not that your team is any good we just aren’t either.
Both teams can play up to their potential, which in my opinion is top 10-20 ranking. UK has a high ceiling, but we do too. We haven’t yet touched our potential. Hopefully Rupp doesn’t shake us, we did go into Mackey against a top 25 Purdue team and almost get the dubya. Turnovers will be a crucial factor in this game imo. Whoever can capitalize will win.
Nah, UK's defense has been garbage, worst of the Calipari era.Well our average fg % on the season is 45.7% but if we shoot that on friday, it will obviously be a miracle.