Kentucky went to Tennessee as a 6.5-point underdog last month and upset the Volunteers. Tonight, it's time for round two. KSR's LIVE BLOG will bring

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LIVE BLOG: Kentucky vs. No. 25 Tennessee

[Editor's Note: This post was originally published on December 26, 2025, the day after UK announced the debut date of the denim uniforms. As we wait

(Mark Pope vs. Arkansas in 1996 / YouTube)

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Converse denim brought out the best in Mark Pope

Kentucky came back from 17 down to beat Tennessee last month in Knoxville. Since then, the Cats have won four of their last five, and may have

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KSR Staff Predictions: Kentucky vs. No. 25 Tennessee

I'd tell you it's the best thing you'll see all week, but we know another Tennessee sweep could get Big Blue Nation misty-eyed, too -- so let's just

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Mark Pope's race to the airport for his daughter's return home will have you reaching for tissues

When it comes to the dedication of the Big Blue Nation, I should probably know better at this point.   Devin Booker's new shoe, the Nike Book 2 “Must

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The line for Devin Booker's new shoe launch is another reason why the BBN is awesome

It's the moment you've all been waiting for, Big Blue Nation. After pulling off the miraculous comeback in Knoxville three weeks ago, Tennessee is

Tennessee forward Jaylen Carey (23) shoves Kentucky guard Otega Oweh (00) after a NCAA basketball game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Kentucky Wildcats at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Jan. 17, 2026.

Kentucky vs. Tennessee: Preview, Odds & How to Watch

The last time these two teams met in Knoxville just a few weeks ago, a ranked Tennessee team controlled the game for nearly 39 minutes against

Tennessee coach Rick Barnes gestures after the referees make a call he disagrees with during a NCAA basketball game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Auburn Tigers at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Jan. 31, 2026.

Revenge not a factor for Rick Barnes going into Kentucky-Tennessee rematch

Andrija Jelavić is beginning to find his groove on this Kentucky team.   A full-time starter for the last seven games -- six of those coming as wins

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Andrija Jelavić becoming more comfortable with starting role: 'I don’t think he wants to go back to the bench'

Ah, a day that's been 30 years in the making. Do you have your outfit picked out, maybe a jean jacket and baggy Levi's with a throwback Untouchables

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KSR GAMEDAY: Kentucky looks for season sweep vs. Tennessee -- in denim!

The denim uniforms have finally arrived, and they are beautiful.  Kentucky men's basketball unveiled the new look on Friday morning, which the

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LOOK: Kentucky unveils new denim uniforms for Tennessee game!

Friday nights in the winter mean updated availability reports during SEC basketball season. Kentucky will be short-handed this weekend once again.

Availability Report: Multiple key frontcourt pieces  could be unavailable for SEC showdown at Rupp Arena

Almost 30 years later to the day following their infamous debut, the Kentucky Wildcats are bringing back the denim against bitter rival Tennessee.

Denim Shorts

Mark Pope opens up on 'emotional' and 'special' return of denim uniforms: 'It's a connection point.'

SEC basketball reached unprecedented heights during the 2024-25 season. The league earned a record-breaking 14 bids to the NCAA Tournament.   In

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SEC Seeking Double-Digit NCAA Tournament Bids, Again

Kentucky senior Otega Oweh is having a career season in 2025-26. The former Oklahoma transfer is setting career highs in points (17.0), assists

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(Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images) Tennessee forward Cade Phillips (12) blocks a shot by Kentucky guard Otega Oweh (0) during a NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 game between Tennessee and Kentucky at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind., on Thursday, March 27, 2024.

Otega Oweh has struggled to get rolling against Tennessee

Tennessee's Nate Ament will be an NBA lottery pick once his freshman campaign in Knoxville wraps up. He's been consistently looking more and more

Tennessee forward Nate Ament (10) smiles during a NCAA basketball game between Tennessee and Texas A&amp;M at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Jan. 13, 2026.

Tennessee's Nate Ament has been playing at a high-level since loss to Kentucky

The final horn had just gone off with the band wrapping up the fight song and exit music playing with Big Blue Nation filing out of Rupp Arena

Mark Pope’s biggest win came after the final horn vs. Oklahoma with daughter's return home from El Salvador mission trip

What a week it's been for Kentucky basketball! It started with a big-time road win at Arkansas, followed by a statement response at home vs. Oklahoma

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Sources Say recaps Oklahoma, previews Tennessee and chats with No. 1 recruit CJ Rosser!

The Tennessee game lit a fire under Collin Chandler. The sophomore guard hit four threes in Kentucky's win in Knoxville, the most against an SEC

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Mark Pope on Collin Chandler, aka Captain Clutch: 'He loves it down the stretch'

It's been part of the NBA rulebook for a while now, but college basketball followed suit back in the summer when the rules committee implemented the

NCAA Basketball: Kentucky at Arkansas

Mark Pope (with help from his staff) is taking full advantage of the new coach's challenges

Kentucky went on the road and shocked Tennessee in the first edition of the border rivalry. Will the Vols return the favor with a road win at Rupp

Opening Line for Kentucky vs. Tennessee at Rupp Arena

It's time to watch the tape!  In KSR's latest episode of Zoom Action, our basketball breakdown show on YouTube, Brandon Ramsey and I turn our focus

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KSR's Zoom Action breaks down Kentucky's winning stretch, previews Tennessee

You never want to wish your days away, but goodness, this weekend is one that’s been circled on the calendar for a long time. It’s hard not to be

Mark Pope holding the 1996 Kentucky uniform

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KSR Today: Denim, Pope, Olympics and Super Bowl prep

Kentucky's win over Oklahoma was a fun one, from the play on the court to the TV broadcast. We've had plenty of coverage of the 94-78 victory, the

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Kentucky-Oklahoma Leftovers: Tom Hart's KSR References, new hairstyles, and more

We learned about Devin Booker's latest Kentucky-inspired denim shoes earlier on Thursday, and now we know exactly what they look like.   Kentucky

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LOOK: UK shows off new Nike Book Chapter 2 'Must Be the Denim' shoes

It's Thursday, and we've got a massive sports weekend ahead of us. Let's get it started early with a new KSR Happy Hour, presented by Country Boy

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