I expect a great performance from the Kentucky Basketball team in their season opener against No. 1 Michigan State.
The Cats beat Kansas by 30 to introduce the dominance that would follow in 2015. They beat the Spartans by 20 during Malik Monk’s breakout. And they handled Grayson-Allen-led Duke in 2016 behind Tyler Ulis. It’s time to pillage another national power in the marquee tip-off event.
Here are the expectations that must be met in order for the Wildcats to defeat Michigan State.
Point Guard: DEFEND!!!
For Kentucky to topple the Spartans, the Cats will need a stout defensive performance from swarming lead guard and returning starter Ashton Hagans.