Kentucky vs. Auburn Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Kentucky Wildcats will head down south to face off with the Auburn Tigers on Saturday evening. Can Antonio Reeves and the Wildcats keep it close with the Tigers in The Jungle? Matt McCuen analyzes this SEC showdown and provides his pick against the spread in Kentucky vs. Auburn.
Matt McCuen - February 17, 2024, 12:00 PM EST
5 minKentucky vs. Auburn Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Kentucky Wildcats and the Auburn Tigers will meet on Saturday Night for a pivotal SEC matchup.
Kentucky vs. Auburn DATE, TIME, AND WHERE TO WATCH
- Date: February 17, 2024
- Game Time: 6:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN
Kentucky vs. Auburn ODDS
- Spread: Kentucky +9.5 (-110), Auburn -9.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 163.5 (-110), U 163.5 (-113)
- Moneyline Odds: Kentucky (+350), Auburn (-465)
Kentucky vs. Auburn Prediction
Kentucky begins this game ranked 22nd with a 17-7 record.
The Wildcats are 7-4 in the SEC, which is good for sixth place in the conference.
Head coach John Calipari believes that this team is capable of going on a championship run.
The Cats are coming off a big win at home vs Ole Miss and will attempt to steal a quad one-win tonight.
Senior Antonio Reeves leads the team with 19.4 points per game while adding 4.3 rebounds.
Freshman Rob Dillingham has been one of the best freshmen in the SEC, averaging 14.8 points and 4.0 assists.
Reed Sheppard has been great for the Cats, leading the team with 4.2 assists and 12.4 points.
Senior Tre Mitchell leads the squad with 7.5 rebounds.
Kentucky has been one of the best offensive units in the nation, averaging 88.9 points per game, while opposing teams have scored 78.1.
Auburn begins this contest ranked 13th with a 20-5 record.
The Tigers are coming off a blowout win over South Carolina at home (101-61).
That win improved Auburn to 13-0 at home this year.
The Tiger's 9-3 conference record is second behind the Alabama Crimson Tide.
Junior Johni Broome leads the squad with 16.2 points and 8.4 rebounds.
Georgia native Jaylin Williams has averaged 13.4 points and 4.9 rebounds.
Chad Baker-Mazara has added 9.4 points and 3.6 rebounds.
Sophomore Tre Donaldson leads the team with 3.5 assists.
Auburn has scored 83.1 points, while opponents have scored 66.9.
Kentucky vs. Auburn Prediction
I backed Auburn vs. South Carolina at home when they were -11 on Wednesday, but this line is an overreaction.
Kentucky is the more talented team and holds a significant advantage at the guard position.
The Cats' offense will be able to put up points in this game and stay within the number.
Pick: Kentucky +9.5 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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