Kentucky is an Underdog against Alabama in the SEC Tournament Quarterfinals

by:Nick Roush•03/14/25•

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GrantNelsonUK1 — Feb 22, 2025; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide forward Grant Nelson (4) works against Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) during the second half at Coleman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Will McLelland-Imagn Images

If you’re like me, you’re probably still catching your breath from Otega Oweh‘s jaw-dropping game-winner over Oklahoma. The folks in Vegas wait for no one. They’ve already set a line for Friday night’s game against Alabama in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals.

Kentucky opens as a 5.5-point underdog, according to FanDuel. The total is high at 179.5. If you think the Cats will advance to Saturday’s semifinals, you can find the Cats at +180 on the moneyline.

KenPom gives Kentucky a 38% chance to win, with a projected final score of 92-88. Bart Torvik has a similar margin, forecasting a final 94-90 win for Alabama.

The Wildcats are 0-2 against the Crimson Tide this season. Alabama pulled away late at Rupp Arena in a 102-97 victory. Kentucky couldn’t keep it as close at Coleman Coliseum, falling 96-83 on Feb. 22.

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Alabama was on the verge of ending the season with three straight losses when Mark Sears delivered a dagger to top-ranked Auburn, sinking a game-winning runner as the buzzer sounded. Nate Oats is seeking his third SEC Tournament title in the last five years.

(6) Kentucky vs. (3) Alabama: How to Watch, Listen

Date, Time: Thursday, 9:30 p.m. EST
Television: SEC Network (Karl Ravech, Jimmy Dykes, Molly McGrath)
Home Radio: UK Sports Network – 630 WLAP, iHeart Radio (Tom Leach, Goose Givens)
Online Radio: iHeart
Satellite Radio: Sirius 106 or 190
Live Stats: StatBroadcast

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