Tuesday’s contest between the No. 8 Kentucky Wildcats (5-0) and the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers (3-2) at Rupp Arena is expected to be a one-sided matchup, as our computer prediction projects a final score of 88-67 and heavily favors Kentucky to secure the victory. Game time is at 6:30 PM ET on November 26.

According to our computer prediction, Western Kentucky is a good bet to cover the spread, which currently sits at 21.5. The two teams are projected to come in below the 162.5 over/under.

Watch men’s college basketball, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up for a free trial.

Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky Game Info & Odds

• Date: Tuesday, November 26, 2024
• Time: 6:30 PM ET
• TV: ESPNU
• Live stream: Watch this game on Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)
• Where: Lexington, Kentucky
• Venue: Rupp Arena
• Line: Kentucky -21.5
• Point total: 162.5
• Moneyline (to win): Kentucky -4545, Western Kentucky +1600

Place your bets on any men’s college basketball matchup at BetMGM. Sign up today using our link.

Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky Score Prediction

• Prediction:
  Kentucky 88, Western Kentucky 67

Spread & Total Prediction for Kentucky vs. Western Kentucky

• Pick ATS: Western Kentucky (+21.5)
• Pick OU: Under (162.5)

Kentucky is 4-1-0 against the spread this season compared to Western Kentucky’s 3-1-0 ATS record. In terms of hitting the over, games involving the Wildcats are 4-1-0 and the Hilltoppers are 1-3-0. The teams score an average of 178 points per game, 15.5 more points than this matchup’s total.

Bet on this or any men’s college basketball matchup at BetMGM.

Kentucky Performance Insights

• The Wildcats’ +152 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 30.4 points per game) is a result of scoring 97.0 points per game (fourth in college basketball) while giving up 66.6 per contest (94th in college basketball).
• Kentucky is 14th in the country at 41.0 rebounds per game. That’s 8.2 more than the 32.8 its opponents average.
• Kentucky hits 6.6 more threes per game than the opposition, 12.6 (fifth-most in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 6.0.
• The Wildcats score 113.8 points per 100 possessions (seventh in college basketball), while giving up 78.2 points per 100 possessions (28th in college basketball).
• Kentucky forces 10.8 turnovers per game (273rd in college basketball) while committing 9.8 (60th in college basketball play).

Western Kentucky Performance Insights

• The Hilltoppers have a +41 scoring differential, topping opponents by 8.2 points per game. They’re putting up 81.0 points per game, 110th in college basketball, and are allowing 72.8 per contest to rank 224th in college basketball.
• Western Kentucky wins the rebound battle by an average of 1.2 boards. It pulls down 37.0 rebounds per game (77th in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 35.8.
• Western Kentucky hits 9.8 three-pointers per game (59th in college basketball), 1.6 more than its opponents.
• Western Kentucky has typically won the turnover battle this season, committing 11.6 per game (172nd in college basketball) while forcing 14.0 (94th in college basketball).

Rep your favorite players with officially licensed gear. Head to Fanatics to find jerseys, shirts, hats, and much more.

Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER.