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Kentucky vs Tennessee

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Kentucky

Wildcats (10-8-24-11) VS Volunteers (12-6-29-7)

Mar 28, 2025 | 19:39 | Rupp Arena

Tennessee
Moneyline Pick: Tennessee (-195) - B

Kentucky’s emerging guard corps will need to break out of their recent two-game skid, especially with a lingering knee concern for the Wildcats’ center that could limit their interior effectiveness, while Tennessee rides a strong three-game winning streak into Lexington. The Volunteers are also navigating a minor guard injury, but their experienced forward has historically dominated Kentucky, averaging double figures against the Wildcats throughout his career. Both teams have well surpassed 41 games, adding extra weight to the postseason stakes, and Tennessee’s tenacity in critical spots edges them forward as the safer pick overall. [Source 1] Odds and availability are subject to change.

Over/Under Pick: Over 144.5, (+110) - B+

Kentucky’s leading guard aims to break out of a recent two-game skid, even while the Wildcats deal with a vital forward’s shoulder injury that could limit crucial rebounding and second-chance points; meanwhile, Tennessee features a steady four-game tear powered by a high-scoring wing who torched Kentucky’s defense last season. With the Volunteers contending with their own injury concerns at the guard spot, the door opens for the Wildcats’ historically strong home-court play to spark an offensive rally. Whether the Volunteers can maintain their offensive surge or the Wildcats reignite their scoring touch, both squads appear determined to push the total past the current line. Odds and availability are subject to change.

Spread Pick: Kentucky, +4.5 (-110) - B+

DJ Wagner propels Kentucky (10-8-24-11) into a bruising clash against Tennessee (12-6-29-7), as the Wildcats look to snap their recent slide against a Volunteers squad riding consecutive wins. While checking rosters confirmed that both teams have their key contributors healthy, Tennessee’s depth could still be affected by lingering injuries around their frontcourt. Historically, Kentucky tends to thrive in tight road games, especially when they’re coming off losses that boost their intensity. Backing the underdog with points here might reward bettors enough to warrant a B+ grade for overall likelihood and payout value. Don't overlook the team that’s hungry for a turnaround. Odds and availability are subject to change.

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