matchup

Both teams are coming off tough losses in their previous games. The Cardinals have dropped three consecutive games, with their latest defeat being a 83-70 home loss to Pitt. On the other hand, Miami had their four-game winning streak snapped with an 86-82 overtime road loss to Wake Forest. Despite the recent setbacks, the Hurricanes boast an impressive 9-0 home record this season.

The Wildcats have made an impressive start to the season with a perfect 2-0 record. They defeated East Tennessee State with a score of 74-66 and followed up with a dominant 82-54 victory over USC Upstate. Kentucky has displayed remarkable offensive prowess, with five players scoring in double digits in each of their games so far. This balanced attack has been key to their success in the early stages of the 2023-24 season.