The Cats return to the big stage against the Spartans, the fifth clash between Kentucky and Michigan State in the Champions Classic — but the first between Mark Pope and Tom Izzo. It’s a chance to break the series tie in the event, currently sitting at 2-2 after previous matchups in 2013, 2016, 2019 and 2022.
The KSR crew shares their predictions ahead of tip-off, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden, live on ESPN.
Spoiler: it’s not a clean sweep for the blue and white.
Tyler Thompson
The 46-point win over Eastern Illinois was a fun way to spend a Friday night, but I need more to move on from last week’s loss to Louisville.