Kentucky vs LSU: SEC Tournament Showdown

0:00On March 11th, the SEC tournament kicks off today with 9th seeded Kentucky facing 16th seeded LSU at 12.30pm Eastern time from Bridge Stone Arena. Kentucky enters as a 6.5 point favorite, boasting a dominant 16-2 record against LSU in tournament play and a perfect 1-0 mark at this venue. Kentucky pulled off a thrilling comeback win over LSU back in January, capped by Malachai Marano's buzzer beater from an 18-point hole. LSU limped into the postseason with a 15-16 overall record and just 3 wins and 15 SEC games putting Coach Matt McMahon squarely on the hot seat in his fourth year. Fans are buzzing about player availability as Kentucky's Cam Williams is off the injury report and good to go along with Brandon Garrison. LSU meanwhile, will miss Robert Miller, Jalen Reed and Dedan Thomas, dealing a blow after Miller's strong showing in their last game. You can catch the action on SEC Network with Roy Phil Pot and John Crispin on the call

1:03or tune into the UK Sports Network on local radio stations like A40WHS or 98.1 WBUL. Online options include I Heart Radio and Serious XM channels 106 or 190. History suggests Kentucky advances but avoiding an early deficit will be key to keeping their tournament run alive in Nashville.