The Kentucky Wildcats (14-4) are set to face off against the Arkansas Razorbacks (10-9) in a highly anticipated SEC showdown. With Kentucky looking to extend their 6-game winning streak and Arkansas aiming to rebound from their recent 2-game skid, this matchup promises to be a battle of resilience and determination. We have your Kentucky at Arkansas predictions and picks for Saturday, Jan. 27 below.
Kentucky at Arkansas Odds
- Moneyline: Kentucky -300 (FanDuel) / Arkansas +250 (BetMGM)
- Spread: Kentucky -6.5 (BetMGM)
- Total: 164.0 (DraftKings)
Game Info
- Date: Saturday, Jan. 27
- Time: 06:00 PM ET
- Location: Bud Walton Arena – Fayetteville, AR
- TV: ESPN
Kentucky Wildcats Betting Trends
- On the road, Kentucky Wildcats are 2 and 2 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Kentucky Wildcats are 11 and 7.
- Against the spread on the road, Kentucky Wildcats are 3 and 2.
Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Trends
- At home, Arkansas Razorbacks are 8 and 3 this season.
- Against the spread this season, Arkansas Razorbacks are 5 and 14.
- Against the spread at home, Arkansas Razorbacks are 5 and 9.
Kentucky at Arkansas Predictions
Given the current form and statistical dominance, the Kentucky Wildcats spread bet is the more prudent choice.
The Wildcats boast the second-highest scoring offense in the nation, averaging 89.9 points per game, and their field goal percentage of 49.8% is a testament to their efficiency on the offensive end. With a 6-game winning streak on the line, Kentucky’s momentum is hard to ignore, especially when considering their ATS record of 11-7, which suggests they often outperform betting expectations.
Although Arkansas has a strong home record, their ATS performance has been less than stellar, with a concerning 5-14 record that indicates a tendency to underperform against the spread.
Furthermore, Arkansas’s offensive inconsistencies, particularly from the three-point line, where they rank 315th nationally, could hinder their ability to keep pace with Kentucky’s high-scoring offense.
The Wildcats’ balanced attack, led by Antonio Reeves and Tre Mitchell, is likely to challenge the Razorbacks’ defense, which will need a significant effort to contain Kentucky’s offensive firepower. Considering these factors, the Kentucky Wildcats -6.5 is the more compelling option for this SEC showdown.
The Pick: Kentucky Wildcats -6.5 (FanDuel)
