Kentucky Basketball is set to take center stage in downtown Lexington before the Thanksgiving festivities kick in, as the Wildcats prepare to host the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles at Rupp Arena. This matchup is particularly special as it features John Pelphrey, a former Kentucky player whose contributions are immortalized with his jersey hanging among the “Unforgettables.” Pelphrey is now at the helm of the Tennessee Tech program, adding a nostalgic touch to the game.
Fans can catch all the pre-game excitement on the KSR Pregame Show, hosted by Matt Jones, Ryan Lemond, and Drew Franklin, airing live from KSBar and Grille from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Those wishing to share their thoughts about the game or reminisce about Pelphrey can participate by calling in at (859) 280-2287. For those tuning in from near or far, the show can be listened to on 630 WLAP in Lexington and 840 WHAS in Louisville, or streamed on iHeartRadio.
The much-anticipated tipoff for the game against Tennessee Tech is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the live televised coverage on the SEC Network, featuring commentators Tom Hart and Dane Bradshaw. Local radio coverage will be provided by the UK Sports Network, with Tom Leach and Goose Givens calling the action. Additionally, the game can also be heard on AM stations 840 WHAS and 630 WLAP, FM station 98.1 WBUL, and streamed online via iHeartRadio and Sirius XM channel 84.
As the Wildcats look to build momentum early in their season, this matchup provides an exciting opportunity for fans to rally behind their team and celebrate both the game’s history and the present. Go Cats!