Mark Pope’s second season in Lexington officially begins tonight when Kentucky hosts Nicholls in the 2025-26 season opener in Rupp Arena. Before it tips off, the KSR Pregame Show is live from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. from KSBar and Grille, with a preview of Game 1 and the BBN United Tipoff Classic presented by Kentucky Tourism.
If you want to be heard on the show, join the conversation by phone at (859) 280-2287 to ask a question or share your prediction for the game and the season. Ryan Lemond and Drew Franklin will lead the preview conversation, with Jack Pilgrim filling in on the open microphone left behind in Matt Jones’ absence.