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Scouting report: A look into Kentucky’s first weekend of the NCAA Tournament

Despite a disappointing end to the SEC Tournament, Kentucky fans were able to take solace in the fact that, without a doubt, the Wildcats were IN the NCAA Tournament.

With annoyance aimed toward head coach John Calipari following years of failure in March, expectations are high that Kentucky needs to get out of the first weekend for the first time since 2019.

In order to escape the first weekend, Kentucky will have to win two games in Pittsburgh against a possible three opponents. With that in mind, how does Kentucky stack up against its foes?

Kentucky guard Reed Sheppard (15) goes for a rebound during the No.