Wednesday night’s matchup in Starkville could end up playing a vital role in determining which team makes or misses the NCAA Tournament.
When Kentucky takes on Mississippi State later this week, the winner will put themselves squarely in the mix to crack the projected field of 68, while the loser will have to fight their way back in. According to ESPN Bracketologist Joe Lunardi, the Wildcats and Bulldogs are both teetering on the NCAA Tournament bubble. As of Monday, Lunardi has Mississippi State among the “Last Four In” group while Kentucky is just outside among the “First Four Out”.