Duke grad here, mad respect for Kentucky. Both teams are really talented but Kentucky’s experience is hard to bet against. Two of our starters (Flagg and Maluach) are 17 and this is a BIG step-up. Just hope everyone stays healthy and see y’all again in March!
It will be interesting to watch because UK (my team) is leaving the era of young players using the program as a stepping stone not concerned about W’s but$$. Tired of seeing my team get beat by experienced college players.
No one in the national media are going to pick Kentucky because of Duke's talent. I think the pressure is on them to win. I also think Kentucky will play loose and just have fun. It comes down to 3's.. If the Cats are hitting them I think they pull off the win. If they struggle, Duke wins. I think it'll be a close game either way. #BBN
Duke's 3 freshman, are starting against 3 fifth year seniors. I don't care how good they will be in the NBA in the future, they are playing Kentucky on game three of their season. This early in the season? I am taking Kentucky by 8.
As a UK fan I have seen many teams packed with all Americans. Who cares????? Not me. They used our program as a stepping stone and were more concerned about $$ than W’s as was our coach. Good riddance to that whole system. It stinks.
@@jonathanmorrison2225 I can understand your take on “All-Americans” but as far back as I’ve been a Wildcats fan we have always got elite talent. Difference (to me) was how the coaching was able to mesh that star studded class with older experienced players .
@@WilliamBeamon-dm2tv that’s the thing, we didn’t have any experience with Cal that I can remember. Glad to move on from that. Just curious how long have you followed the CATS. Me since Joe B
@ not sure the exact year, but yeah, Joe B Hall days for sure. Watching the twin towers, Skywalker, Macy, etc…. So many great ball players! Coach Cal was certainly more vested in his recruits going to the NBA. And I dont remember what changed him either, because when he 1st signed on he was all in on Kentucky and our rich history/tradition!
They mean much less at the beginning of the season and much more at the end of the season. Right now they don’t mean much of anything at all. The sample size is just too small.
As much as I like the dude and respect his story I doubt Almonor gets much playing time this game. Carr is just too valuable to sit on the bench for too long
@@MikeBlair-ce1er Not a knock on Almonor, just that Carr is that much more well-rounded of a player. And Williams is smart physical. Garrison is not as dialed in, let’s not forget he had 4 fouls and a minute and a half less minutes than Williams vs Wright st. Williams averages a crazy low 2.5 fouls per 40 minutes
If Jaxson Koby and Otega have good scoring games and Lamont can shut down Caleb make it hard for him to do anything and Otega can shut down Kon Amari rebound around 14 and make Cooper try to do it all because really Carr won’t be able to guard him there’s a chance Kentucky can win as a UK fan I would love it I think it would be a statement but it’s really a tough matchup but if we get clean looks we can win this game. Also the new AP has Arkansas ranked 18 and Kentucky 19 and that’s just ridiculous
Both teams are good no questions asked about but the experience goes to Kentucky, if the Cat's have a good night then Duke is beat, I'm glad for both teams cause both teams are going to see how both teams stand and I'm a BBN all the way next question is who wins between Kansas and Michigan State ?
@SoGshaiprosper5417 this game is definitely in the 90s maybe 100s. Both teams play fast and get off lots of shots. Gonna be a shoot out. UK wins 103-101
@@scottmccomas22was actually a defensive showcase more than anything lol… but Kentucky has some serious grit and physicality.. once chemistry gets better they could be deadly. GO CATZ🔹🐈⬛
@isaiahevans001 i know. If you told me we only score 77 and Jaxson only has 1 point, I tell you we lose that game. But defense prevailed and other guys stepped up. Actually kinda nice having that tool in the bag
UK fan here. For years we've had the better talent with the best freshmen. For years we've lost games against lesser talent. Its a new era is all I'm saying. Go cats!
I think you both nailed it and made the predictable choices. But college basketball is not always predictable as you know. Lots of variables in this matchup !!!
Better guard that three point line bc if not then there’s holes in the paint. It’s a back forth system and pope isn’t gonna call timeouts left and right.
Duke 79 Kentucky 72.. it will be lower scoring than analytics project. If taking a loss here means UK gets the win in the rematch at the South Regional Final in early April, that to me is a WIN!
This game like all games this year will depend on if Kentucky can hit shots. If their shots are falling their not losing. To anyone. Only thing that scares me is kobe brea has been hot the last two games and is currently shooting 83 percent from 3, going 10/12. Law of averages tell me he is gonna have an off night shooting, but we will see. Jaxson Robinson hasn't been that hot lately, maybe he has a night and nails a few. UK will have to play their best game to win this one, and i think they Will. However if they lose im not overreacting to it either, because this team reminds me alot of the UConn national championship team two years ago, with jordan Hawkins. They move the ball like an NBA team and play together as a team. Thats what wins games, and i think UK is being slept on a bit.
I predicted Kentucky 83, duke 81. Totally a homer pick seeing that ive not actually watched duke play this year outside Ive watched the first 5 or 10 mins of a couple of their edited down to the highlights videos on youtube shoutout Matt loves ball #2. Im hoping Duke's height equals UK just runs them off the court in transition and getting them into rotation and out of position in the half court. In UK's games so far theyre going the other way before the ball even clears the net....but those were mid majors and D2 teams. UK has experienced guys and Duke has 3 freshman lottery picks so it's one of those classic matchups that UK is used to being on the other side of experience wise. Duke wins if they limit UK to under 25 3 point attemps and under 40% from 3.
This game has the same feel as the Kentucky vs Kansas game a few yrs back, everyone betting the higher ranked superstar team only to have the game over at the half with the underdog winning easily. BBN
I think these guys are giving Duke a little too much love here,They beat weaker teams just like UK did have noticeable who wins this game but I think UKs experience and making g a gew more 3s will be the difference,Seems like everyone is drinking the Flagg Kool aid,he good but come on now
Remember when ky had the most absurd nba Talent, #1 offense, #1 assists and 3 7ftrs all at once and had fits the entire season and an embarrassing post season, lol!? Yeah, all that young talent and size don't mean squat for the majority! It's ironic yet contradicting when they'll pick youthful talent and some size over experience now but they always pick experience come March and April, always saying talent doesn't win a natty.... Kinda wwwwaaeird, lol!
I’m a huge Kentucky fan and yes I’m being optimistic I think we have to hit 13 plus 3s to have a chance. If I was betting I would bet Duke but money line I don’t think they will cover. Also bet the under because teams always start slow in the classic . If Amari can play 30 plus minutes I like our chances more
Nobody from Kentucky is playing 30 minutes this game. Only one player has played over 24 minutes this year. (Oweh played 27 game 1) We need a solid 20-25 minutes Williams . Garrison will also have a good game.
@ those are mid majors and every good team has been able to do that because the games are out of hand by halftime. Kid I promise you can’t teach me anything. It’s Duke not Bucknell and BG can’t guard ball screens he doesn’t run the floor that well and he doesn’t box out. I’m happy you looked at stats on ESPN but there a big difference between a couple mid majors and a top 6 team.
@@johnnystivers6788 Hey “kid” maybe you should look past your nose and see what pope has done everywhere he’s been. Nearly no player plays 30+ minutes. This isn’t Cal ball anymore. Educate yourself on the system Kentucky is running now. Maybe I can’t teach you, but you’ve got a lot to learn.
This game is going to be as good as Auburn/Houston was. Some high level shot making, offensive sets and tough defense. That being said, Duke's size is too much here imo. I think they wear Kentucky down and win in the end by lik 5 or 6.
Duke is about to teach Kentucky fans a lesson in humility they'll never forget. Their arrogance is about to be stomped out on the court, leaving them with nothing but excuses and shattered pride.
Wow your comment alone did it to me. Not even gonna watch the game now. Thanks for giving me a tellin and putting me in my place. Can I Venmo you mass$$$$$ for saving me the public humiliation??🤷♂️🤷♂️🍺🍺
Dukes gonna spank Kentucky. Duke constantly switches 1-4 on defense. All those fancy sets don’t work when guards don’t care about getting over screens. Kentucky won’t score more than 80
Duke grad here, mad respect for Kentucky. Both teams are really talented but Kentucky’s experience is hard to bet against. Two of our starters (Flagg and Maluach) are 17 and this is a BIG step-up. Just hope everyone stays healthy and see y’all again in March!
likewise🤝Hopefully there is lil to no injury🙏 #BBN
It will be interesting to watch because UK (my team) is leaving the era of young players using the program as a stepping stone not concerned about W’s but$$. Tired of seeing my team get beat by experienced college players.
Beginning of a new era in the greatest rivalry in sports.
It’s quite a test for both teams this early in the season. Should be exciting and entertaining for everyone… 🏀
@williamkeogh6337 u lnow they always match us up in march..cya then...CATS
Kentucky's ball movement will prevail. It doesn't matter how well you can defend the 3, if you can't catch up to the ball.
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Best take all week!!
BIG FACTS
Kentucky has more shooters than COD
No one in the national media are going to pick Kentucky because of Duke's talent. I think the pressure is on them to win. I also think Kentucky will play loose and just have fun. It comes down to 3's.. If the Cats are hitting them I think they pull off the win. If they struggle, Duke wins. I think it'll be a close game either way. #BBN
They already have 🤷🏾♂️
Duke or Ky by dbl dig-gets
Duke's 3 freshman, are starting against 3 fifth year seniors. I don't care how good they will be in the NBA in the future, they are playing Kentucky on game three of their season. This early in the season? I am taking Kentucky by 8.
As a UK fan I have seen many teams packed with all Americans. Who cares????? Not me. They used our program as a stepping stone and were more concerned about $$ than W’s as was our coach. Good riddance to that whole system. It stinks.
@@jonathanmorrison2225 I can understand your take on “All-Americans” but as far back as I’ve been a Wildcats fan we have always got elite talent. Difference (to me) was how the coaching was able to mesh that star studded class with older experienced players .
@@WilliamBeamon-dm2tv that’s the thing, we didn’t have any experience with Cal that I can remember. Glad to move on from that. Just curious how long have you followed the CATS. Me since Joe B
@ not sure the exact year, but yeah, Joe B Hall days for sure. Watching the twin towers, Skywalker, Macy, etc…. So many great ball players! Coach Cal was certainly more vested in his recruits going to the NBA. And I dont remember what changed him either, because when he 1st signed on he was all in on Kentucky and our rich history/tradition!
Cooper Flagg was torching Anthony Davis and Jrue Holiday for team USA this summer. All freshman aren't built the same
Should be a good 1 fasho...another KY/dUKe classic! CATS get it done tho! Go BIG BLUE!!
#BIGBLUENATION WILL be back after this game to let u guys know how wrong u are. See yall then
World will be a lot better when people realize kenpom and all these robotic computer analytics don’t mean anything lol
They mean much less at the beginning of the season and much more at the end of the season. Right now they don’t mean much of anything at all. The sample size is just too small.
Cal's teams at UK always had big guards. and they usually struggled to guard smaller, faster guards. Should be a great game!
Good point!!
Just glad Cals gone
smaller guards tend to eat up the big guys in a full court press. KY is going to press and run Duke's guts out.
Dukes coaching staff isn’t like ours , 6,6 my a** let’s go bbn!
Brandon Garrison and Ainsley Alminor might be the X factor in this game.
As much as I like the dude and respect his story I doubt Almonor gets much playing time this game. Carr is just too valuable to sit on the bench for too long
@ Based on how he played last game Alminor should get more playing time and Garrison is more physical which is what is needed in a game like this.
@@MikeBlair-ce1er Not a knock on Almonor, just that Carr is that much more well-rounded of a player. And Williams is smart physical. Garrison is not as dialed in, let’s not forget he had 4 fouls and a minute and a half less minutes than Williams vs Wright st. Williams averages a crazy low 2.5 fouls per 40 minutes
@ Have you looked at Dukes roster ? The shortest player is 6’5.
@@MikeBlair-ce1er I’m well aware. And I’m sure you’ll remember last year when we had three 7 footers who got absolutely bullied every game
Keep hating on the Cats.
If Jaxson Koby and Otega have good scoring games and Lamont can shut down Caleb make it hard for him to do anything and Otega can shut down Kon Amari rebound around 14 and make Cooper try to do it all because really Carr won’t be able to guard him there’s a chance Kentucky can win as a UK fan I would love it I think it would be a statement but it’s really a tough matchup but if we get clean looks we can win this game. Also the new AP has Arkansas ranked 18 and Kentucky 19 and that’s just ridiculous
I saw that ranking and you can tell a lot of voters haven't watched those two teams play.
Andrew Carr DOMINATED
This will age like milk
Both teams are good no questions asked about but the experience goes to Kentucky, if the Cat's have a good night then Duke is beat, I'm glad for both teams cause both teams are going to see how both teams stand and I'm a BBN all the way next question is who wins between Kansas and Michigan State ?
Smart people: "Duke taller mean Duke better
amari williams will be the best player on the court. I dont buy into dukes guards defensively. uk will run better sets. wildcats free money
Idk if he will be the best? But he is about to surprise some people. He caught my eye soon as I seen his game
Yeah he's got a ton of muscle and bbal iq
Been saying this since the weekend. Williams will be a force against the inexperienced Duke bigs
I have never seen you guys take the lower ranked team or underdog. Playing it safe 😂 The cats will win 96 to 89.
Game will stay in the 70s maybe 80...not 90s
@SoGshaiprosper5417 this game is definitely in the 90s maybe 100s. Both teams play fast and get off lots of shots. Gonna be a shoot out. UK wins 103-101
@@scottmccomas22was actually a defensive showcase more than anything lol… but Kentucky has some serious grit and physicality.. once chemistry gets better they could be deadly. GO CATZ🔹🐈⬛
@isaiahevans001 i know. If you told me we only score 77 and Jaxson only has 1 point, I tell you we lose that game. But defense prevailed and other guys stepped up. Actually kinda nice having that tool in the bag
@@scottmccomas22 100%
UK fan here. For years we've had the better talent with the best freshmen. For years we've lost games against lesser talent. Its a new era is all I'm saying. Go cats!
WE ARE PLAYING FOR THE FRONT OF THE JERSEY, AGAIN ❤GO BIG BLUE
I think you both nailed it and made the predictable choices. But college basketball is not always predictable as you know. Lots of variables in this matchup !!!
Better guard that three point line bc if not then there’s holes in the paint. It’s a back forth system and pope isn’t gonna call timeouts left and right.
Out of 9 comparisons Duke on leads in one
Max and Blake ….you both are going to get trolled sooo very awful after this game
You guys pissed in Kentuckys Cheerios
That’s a big mistake
Cats win Big. Pope don’t lose boys. Go cats
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Go Cats
Kentucky does have size everyone is atleast 6’5/6’7 uo to 7 ft lol except some guards lol . We have plenty of size.
💙Cats by-3 why not
Duke is not running away from this game,that's dumb
You’re welcome here at Bbn Blake. Wear your wildcat hoodie for the reaction video.
Go Cats!!
Duke 79 Kentucky 72.. it will be lower scoring than analytics project. If taking a loss here means UK gets the win in the rematch at the South Regional Final in early April, that to me is a WIN!
You was close on the score but it was Kentucky that prevailed and Duke that got 72
Kentucky -4.5
This game like all games this year will depend on if Kentucky can hit shots. If their shots are falling their not losing. To anyone. Only thing that scares me is kobe brea has been hot the last two games and is currently shooting 83 percent from 3, going 10/12. Law of averages tell me he is gonna have an off night shooting, but we will see. Jaxson Robinson hasn't been that hot lately, maybe he has a night and nails a few. UK will have to play their best game to win this one, and i think they Will. However if they lose im not overreacting to it either, because this team reminds me alot of the UConn national championship team two years ago, with jordan Hawkins. They move the ball like an NBA team and play together as a team. Thats what wins games, and i think UK is being slept on a bit.
Must See T.V.
Kentucky 99
Duke 78
Cats win Easily 🏆
Notice Duke fans are being very quiet going into this game
I predicted Kentucky 83, duke 81. Totally a homer pick seeing that ive not actually watched duke play this year outside Ive watched the first 5 or 10 mins of a couple of their edited down to the highlights videos on youtube shoutout Matt loves ball #2.
Im hoping Duke's height equals UK just runs them off the court in transition and getting them into rotation and out of position in the half court. In UK's games so far theyre going the other way before the ball even clears the net....but those were mid majors and D2 teams. UK has experienced guys and Duke has 3 freshman lottery picks so it's one of those classic matchups that UK is used to being on the other side of experience wise. Duke wins if they limit UK to under 25 3 point attemps and under 40% from 3.
I told yall Kentucky -4.5!!!!
This game has the same feel as the Kentucky vs Kansas game a few yrs back, everyone betting the higher ranked superstar team only to have the game over at the half with the underdog winning easily. BBN
I think these guys are giving Duke a little too much love here,They beat weaker teams just like UK did have noticeable who wins this game but I think UKs experience and making g a gew more 3s will be the difference,Seems like everyone is drinking the Flagg Kool aid,he good but come on now
Kentucky’s experience will prevail this early in the season. I would give Duke the edge come tournament time. Kentucky by 7 tonight!
Big blue devil go Duke these freshman are ready you can lay flat and believe that jack
Will be interesting. We (UK) are coming out of that era of stacked teams with all Americans starting at numerous positions. That system sucks.
Have you watched us ball watch & give straight line drives? It happened all game. Not Butler or OO but I’m definitely worried 😢
Remember when ky had the most absurd nba Talent, #1 offense, #1 assists and 3 7ftrs all at once and had fits the entire season and an embarrassing post season, lol!?
Yeah, all that young talent and size don't mean squat for the majority!
It's ironic yet contradicting when they'll pick youthful talent and some size over experience now but they always pick experience come March and April, always saying talent doesn't win a natty....
Kinda wwwwaaeird, lol!
Those players didn’t care about March they cared about $$. Glad Cal is gone and UK is once again concerned about winning at UK not the nba.
KYs speed and experience will be too much for Duke
I’m a huge Kentucky fan and yes I’m being optimistic I think we have to hit 13 plus 3s to have a chance. If I was betting I would bet Duke but money line I don’t think they will cover. Also bet the under because teams always start slow in the classic . If Amari can play 30 plus minutes I like our chances more
Nobody from Kentucky is playing 30 minutes this game. Only one player has played over 24 minutes this year. (Oweh played 27 game 1)
We need a solid 20-25 minutes Williams . Garrison will also have a good game.
@ those are mid majors and every good team has been able to do that because the games are out of hand by halftime. Kid I promise you can’t teach me anything. It’s Duke not Bucknell and BG can’t guard ball screens he doesn’t run the floor that well and he doesn’t box out. I’m happy you looked at stats on ESPN but there a big difference between a couple mid majors and a top 6 team.
@@johnnystivers6788
Hey “kid” maybe you should look past your nose and see what pope has done everywhere he’s been. Nearly no player plays 30+ minutes. This isn’t Cal ball anymore.
Educate yourself on the system Kentucky is running now. Maybe I can’t teach you, but you’ve got a lot to learn.
Go Cats!
Hey Blake and max … you still talking that nonsense about Kentucky losing to Duke ?
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yall are seriously are blind. uk by at least 10
lmaooo u dont believe that kon going for 30 on them bums
i’m a kentucky fan but come on man us winning by double digits is diabolical
‘Cats by double digits.
@@rdsacra drinking that kool aid
I believe that Kentucky is much better than anyone realizes and going to stun the nation and beat Duke in Catlanta.
We coming for the SEC CHAMPIONSHIP
And we are taking it …. Wether you like it or not
No one in the SEC can stop us …GO CATS
UK 94 Duke 81
This game is going to be as good as Auburn/Houston was.
Some high level shot making, offensive sets and tough defense.
That being said, Duke's size is too much here imo.
I think they wear Kentucky down and win in the end by lik 5 or 6.
Duke is about to teach Kentucky fans a lesson in humility they'll never forget. Their arrogance is about to be stomped out on the court, leaving them with nothing but excuses and shattered pride.
Wow your comment alone did it to me. Not even gonna watch the game now. Thanks for giving me a tellin and putting me in my place. Can I Venmo you mass$$$$$ for saving me the public humiliation??🤷♂️🤷♂️🍺🍺
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@@Josemanalo-u6w Jose can you see the final score????😂😂😂🍺🍺🍺🍺😹😹🙀🙀😽😽😽😽
That didn’t age well ! Lmao 🤣
Lol
Who is the genius that planned a marquee matchup so early in the season!!! On a Tuesday night @9. WTF. Horrible planning🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️
Alminor and Jackson will be the difference, go Cat's
What arrogance? We know Duke is A formidable opponent. Go cats! #bbn
Pay Attention America
Dukes gonna spank Kentucky. Duke constantly switches 1-4 on defense. All those fancy sets don’t work when guards don’t care about getting over screens. Kentucky won’t score more than 80
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Lol your comment didn’t age well
@@PineappaPres14 Kentucky didn’t score more than 80 lol. Fair play on the win tho I didn’t expect Kentucky to be able to stop duke
Kentucky 93 81
Duke 79 Kentucky 72.. it will be lower scoring than analytics project
Dang you was nearly right on the score but it was Kentucky that prevailed and Duke that got 72
@ reverse psychology…! I wanted my Cats to win!!! It was a phenomenal game (of defense).
Duke wins by 5
Kentucky by 5 but close
🍖 riding lol😂
Go.Duke. Duke by 10
Feel like it will be closer. Gonna be a great game to watch so early in the season. Wish it wasn’t @ 9 on a Tuesday. Horrible planning. GO CATS!!