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Ranked Wildcats Host No. 16 Texas Tech Tonight
24 Oct
Summary
- Kentucky faces Texas Tech in a ranked exhibition tonight.
- Coach Pope aims to test roster adjustments and defense.
- Three key UK players will miss the exhibition game.
Kentucky basketball is set to host a preseason exhibition game against No. 16 Texas Tech tonight at Rupp Arena. This matchup offers Coach Mark Pope an opportunity to evaluate his team's performance and identify areas for improvement, particularly against a squad known for its shooting prowess and fast-paced play.
Pope expressed high regard for Texas Tech coach Grant McCasland, noting their past competitive games. He specifically highlighted the need to test Kentucky's defensive rotations and transition defense against the talented and veteran Red Raiders. Both teams enter the exhibition ranked in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll and the Associated Press Top 25.
The Wildcats will be without three players: senior guard Jerone Morton (knee), junior forward Trent Noah (hamstring), and junior guard Kam Williams (foot). Noah and Williams are considered week-to-week, with no definitive timeline for Noah's return. Morton is still recovering and awaiting clearance to play.
Fans can stream the exhibition live on SEC Network+. Traditional television broadcast is not available. Live updates will be provided by Courier Journal reporters. The game will also be broadcast on the UK radio network.
