On his second radio show of the season, Kentucky head coach Mark Pope didn't shy away from the magnitude of Tuesday night’s showdown. The Wildcats are set to host No. 16 North Carolina in the ACC/SEC Challenge, a game that serves as a massive barometer for Pope's second season.
Pope covered everything from offensive identity to a touching moment with a departing legend. Here are the biggest takeaways.
Ball movement is non-negotiable in Wildcats offense
Kentucky has looked mortal when opponents drag them into physical, isolation-heavy basketball. Pope knows UNC will try to do exactly that with their length and pressure.