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How to watch South Carolina Gamecocks vs. Kentucky Wildcats: NCAA Basketball live stream info, TV channel, start time, game odds
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Kentucky Wildcats @ South Carolina Gamecocks
Current Records: Kentucky 14-3, South Carolina 15-3
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Kentucky has enjoyed a two-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. The Kentucky Wildcats and the South Carolina Gamecocks will face off in an SEC battle at 7:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Colonial Life Arena. Kentucky has been dominant on offense recently, as they’ve racked up an incredible 742 points over their last eight contests.
The oddsmakers set the bar high, but Kentucky and Georgia didn’t disappoint and broke past the 162.5 point over/under on Saturday. The Wildcats came out on top against the Bulldogs by a score of 105-96. Having run the score up that high, both teams might be doing some extra defensive drills very soon.
Kentucky’s win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Tre Mitchell, who scored 23 points along with five rebounds. Those 23 points set a new season-high mark for him. The team also got some help courtesy of Antonio Reeves, who scored 21 points along with five rebounds.
Arkansas typically has all the answers at home, but on Saturday South Carolina proved too difficult a challenge. They walked away with a 77-64 victory over the Razorbacks. Winning is a bit easier when you work as a team to post 11 more assists than your opponent, as South Carolina did.
South Carolina can attribute much of their success to B.J. Mack, who scored 18 points along with nine rebounds. Ta’Lon Cooper was another key contributor, scoring 11 points along with five assists.
The Wildcats are on a roll lately: they’ve won eight of their last nine matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 14-3 record this season. As for the Gamecocks, their victory bumped their record up to 15-3.
This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: Kentucky have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 38.3 rebounds per game. However, it’s not like South Carolina struggles in that department as they’ve been averaging 37 rebounds per game. Given these competing strengths, it’ll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.
Kentucky couldn’t quite finish off South Carolina in their previous meeting back in January of 2023 and fell 71-68. Can Kentucky avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We’ll find out soon enough.
Series History
Kentucky has won 5 out of their last 8 games against South Carolina.
- Jan 10, 2023 – South Carolina 71 vs. Kentucky 68
- Feb 08, 2022 – Kentucky 86 vs. South Carolina 76
- Mar 06, 2021 – Kentucky 92 vs. South Carolina 64
- Jan 15, 2020 – South Carolina 81 vs. Kentucky 78
- Feb 05, 2019 – Kentucky 76 vs. South Carolina 48
- Jan 16, 2018 – South Carolina 76 vs. Kentucky 68
- Jan 21, 2017 – Kentucky 85 vs. South Carolina 69
- Feb 13, 2016 – Kentucky 89 vs. South Carolina 62
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Kentucky Lottery Cash Ball, Pick 3 Evening winning numbers for June 25, 2026
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The Kentucky Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Thursday, June 25, 2026 winning numbers for each game.
Cash Ball
02-08-24-32, Cash Ball: 09
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Pick 3
Evening: 6-3-0
Midday: 9-6-0
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Evening: 5-7-6-0
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Takeaways from Kentucky’s home and away SEC schedule for next season
On Thursday, Kentucky’s home and away SEC opponents for the 2026-27 season were revealed and on top of learning the three opponents who they will play twice, there are some very intriguing matchups. In conference play, Kentucky will face six teams who are among the top 25 in many preseason rankings.
In SEC play, Kentucky will play Tennessee, Vandy and Ole Miss all both home and away. The home matchups include Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, LSU, Ole Miss, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas A&M and Vandy. As for the road tilts, the Wildcats will face Florida, Georgia, Mississippi State, Missouri, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee and Vandy. Let’s take a look at some interesting developments from the schedule release.
John Calipari returns to Rupp Arena (again)
In Calipari’s first year with Arkansas, he got the best of Kentucky when he came into Rupp Arena and left with a 10-point victory, a game where you could really feel the tension all game long in the building from Kentucky fans, which translated onto the court with the players. Last season, it was Kentucky who shocked everyone when they stole one on the road against a top 20 Arkansas team after a rough up-and-down season up to that point. Now, the two will face off again as Kentucky will look to get the win in Rupp and make sure Calipari doesn’t get two in a row in the building. It’ll be another highly-anticipated showdown.
Kentucky hits the road at Texas
This is shaping up to be a major challenge for Kentucky next season and may even end up being one of the biggest games of the season. Texas is seen by many as a clear top 10 team, with some even having them within the top five and when you combine that with the fact that the game is on the road, the Wildcats will have their hands full. The Wildcats fell to the longhorns in the 2024-25 season, and it’ll be a much stiffer challenge this time.
Which game could be a trap?
We don’t have the game-by-game dates yet, so it’s hard to say with a lot of confidence, but opponent-wise, Georgia could really give Kentucky fits. In Pope’s first year, his team struggled handling the physicality of the Bulldogs and now, they’ve retained one of their best guards for another year and have added physicality through the portal. Mike White’s teams love to make opponents uncomfortable and they could do that once again down in Athens. Another sneaky team to watch is Oklahoma, who will have very good guard play. Kentucky will face both teams on the road.
Overall, it’s a pretty fair SEC schedule for a Kentucky team who has the capability of a return to being atop the conference once again. Mark Pope has such a system-fit squad and he can do some damage in the SEC.
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Can you set off fireworks in Kentucky? See laws ahead of Fourth of July
Fourth of July festivities to celebrate in Louisville
See the Fourth of July festivities planned in Louisville for America’s 250th birthday celebration.
Fourth of July is almost here, and Kentuckians are getting ready to light up the sky.
Before you plan your fireworks celebrations, it’s important to know what is and isn’t allowed under Kentucky law. Here’s what to know about fireworks laws and safety tips in the Bluegrass State ahead of Independence Day.
Can you set off fireworks in Kentucky?
Yes. As long as you live in a place where local ordinances don’t prohibit it, according to the Kentucky State Fire Marshal’s website.
Are fireworks legal in Louisville?
In Louisville or Jefferson County, larger display fireworks are not legal due to a local law. Some consumer products that don’t leave the ground, such as sparklers, are allowed.
If the cautionary label on the firework has the words “explosive,” “emits flaming pellets,” “flaming balls,” “firecracker,” “report” or “rocket,” it is automatically a no-go, according to the Louisville-Jefferson County Code of Ordinances.
But, smaller ones like sparklers, cylindrical or cone fountains, wheels and ground spinners are legal. Still, don’t let the size fool you − they can burn up to 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
Learn more: Check out these 4th of July events taking place across Kentucky
How to use fireworks safely
The state fire marshal suggests following the following advice when using fireworks:
- Use fireworks outdoors.
- Obey local laws.
- Keep a bucket of water or a working water hose nearby.
- Use fireworks as intended and avoid altering them or combining them.
- Never relight “dud” fireworks. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
- Spectators should keep a safe distance from the person lighting the firework (the individual lighting it should wear safety glasses).
- Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Have a “designated adult operator.”
- Do not use homemade fireworks or illegal explosives.
- Report illegal explosives to the fire or police department in your community.
- Never allow children to play with or ignite fireworks.
- Read and follow all instructions on the label.
Former Courier Journal reporter Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez contributed. Reach Marina Johnson at Marina.Johnson@courier-journal.com.
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