Kentucky vs. EKU game thread and pregame reading

The Kentucky Wildcats are back in action tonight as they take on the Eastern Kentucky Colonels in Rupp Arena. The game is slated to start at 7 pm EST and can be watched on the SEC Network or online using WatchESPN.

It couldn’t have been a better start to the season. The Cats came out hot against the Spartans and picked up a huge victory against the No. 1 team in the nation.

What was most impressive was their defensive prowess during the game. The defensive switching and help was nearly perfect, and they were all very vocal on that side of the ball.

Now, it’s time for this team to take the next 6-7 games and really gel together. They have a lot of potential this year but it’s all about how well they can play as a team.

Check out some of these reads to get hyped for the game tonight:

• Ashton Hagans and Nick Richards gutted it out to beat Michigan State
• A big development from Jonathan Kuminga cutting his list
• John Calipari & Wildcats recap epic win over Michigan State
• Kentucky knocks off Michigan State: 5 things to know and postgame banter
• Highlights, box score & MVP from Wildcats beating top-ranked Spartans
• Isaiah Jackson announces decision date
• 5 more thoughts and postgame notes from Kentucky’s win over Michigan State
• What Kentucky beating No. 1 Michigan State means moving forward
• Kentucky Basketball: Yes, Tyrese Maxey ... you are in fact, like that
• The top 5 Kentucky performances against Michigan State