Kentucky vs A&M: Close Battle in College Station

0:00On March 3rd, Kentucky basketball heads to college stations tonight for a crucial matchup against Texas A&M is the Wildcats final true road. Game in South Eastern Conference play with tip-off set for 7pm, Eastern Time on ESPN2. Kentucky aims to keep pace with Florida, atop the standings after picking a road momentum with a win at South Carolina last week and a strong home. Victory on Saturday, Texas A&M starred the season hot but is cooled off. Dropping six of their last eight gangs, their high pressure buckyball defense forces turnovers, but they've struggled to stop opponents inside, giving up extra shots in the pain. Kentucky meanwhile brings good transition play and shooters like Colin Chandler, though turnovers have plagued them lately. Our panel of experts is split on the outcome. Five picks favor Kentucky in close contests, with scores like 88-81 or 82-79, two lean toward the Aggies at home, predicting 84-81 or 86-80.

1:01The game could hinge on three-point shooting and ball security. A&M leads the SEC in threes, attempted but allows few from opponents. Kentucky needs to limit mistakes against the press and attack the rim, where they hold a size edge. Fatigue might hit the Aggies harder after their recent skid. Expect a tight battle on senior night at Reed Arena, reminiscent of past overtime thrillers there. Tune in to see if the Wildcats build more momentum, heading into their finale against Florida.