Kentucky Advances in SEC Tournament with Victory Over LSU
Nashville, Tenn. - The Kentucky Wildcats kept their postseason dreams alive with an 87-82 win over LSU in the opening round of the SEC Tournament at Bridgestone Arena. This win sets the stage for an intriguing showdown against the Missouri Tigers on Thursday at 12:30 p.m. ET, airing on SEC Network.
A Chance for Redemption
Kentucky, led by coach Mark Pope, will have a shot at redemption against Missouri, who handed the Wildcats a 73-68 defeat earlier this season at Rupp Arena. That game was notable as Jayden Quaintance's last appearance before knee issues sidelined him, and it marked the final full game for point guard Jaland Lowe, who suffered a season-ending injury shortly after.
Missouri's Motivation
Missouri enters the matchup with plenty on the line. Currently projected as an 11 seed by ESPN's Joe Lunardi, the Tigers are teetering on the edge of the NCAA Tournament bubble. A victory over Kentucky could solidify their position and help them avoid the First Four games in Dayton.
Kentucky's Path Forward
Ranked as a 7 seed in ESPN's Bracketology, Kentucky aims to build momentum with another win, which would earn them a quarterfinal clash with top-seeded Florida on Friday at 1 p.m. ET. The Wildcats are eager to reclaim the SEC Tournament title, a feat they last achieved in 2018.
SEC Tournament Schedule
Wednesday’s Results:
- (9) Kentucky 87, (16) LSU 82
- (12) Auburn vs. (13) Mississippi State, 3 p.m. on SEC Network
- (10) Texas vs. (15) Ole Miss, 7 p.m. on SEC Network
- (11) Oklahoma vs. (14) South Carolina, 9:30 p.m. on SEC Network
Thursday’s Lineup:
- (8) Missouri vs.
(9) Kentucky, 12:30 p.m. on SEC Network
- (5) Tennessee vs.
Game 2 winner, 3 p.m. on SEC Network
- (7) Georgia vs.
Game 3 winner, 7 p.m. on SEC Network
- (6) Texas A&M vs.
Game 4 winner, 9:30 p.m. on SEC Network
Friday’s Showdowns:
- (1) Florida vs.
Game 3 winner, 1 p.m. on ESPN
- (4) Vanderbilt vs.
Game 4 winner, 3:30 p.m. on ESPN
- (2) Alabama vs.
Game 5 winner, 7 p.m. on SEC Network
- (3) Arkansas vs.
Game 6 winner, 9:30 p.m. on SEC Network
Saturday’s Semifinals:
- Game 9 winner vs.
Game 10 winner, 1 p.m. on ESPN
- Game 11 winner vs.
Game 12 winner, 3:30 p.m. on ESPN
Sunday’s Championship:
- Game 13 winner vs. Game 14 winner, 1 p.m. on ESPN
(All times Eastern)
The Wildcats are ready for the next challenge, and fans can expect a thrilling encounter as they look to continue their journey in the SEC Tournament.