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Quaintance Debuts, Wildcats Eye Bellarmine Test
23 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jayden Quaintance returns after ACL tear, facing minutes restriction.
- Jaland Lowe's shoulder injury resurfaces, prompting caution.
- Kentucky is a 35.5-point favorite against Bellarmine.
Kentucky basketball is heavily favored to win their matchup against Bellarmine today, with KenPom predicting a 89-63 victory. The primary concern for coach Mark Pope's squad is the health of key players Jaland Lowe and Jayden Quaintance. Quaintance is set to make his debut after recovering from a torn ACL suffered last season, though he will be on a minutes restriction.
Point guard Jaland Lowe is also a focal point, managing a recurring shoulder injury that has sidelined him intermittently. Pope expressed the need for caution with Lowe, highlighting his significant impact when healthy. Both players and the Wildcats (8-4) are looking to end the calendar year on a high note.
The game will not be televised and will instead be streamed exclusively on SEC Network+. Kentucky enters the contest as a significant 35.5-point favorite, with betting odds reflecting their dominant position. Fans can also listen to the game via the UK radio network.
