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Might as well get this one started. 

Had some battles with Arkansas in the past, one of our biggest rivals in the SEC, and of course we all know it got turned juuuust a few notches with the departure of John Calipari, and taking the Arkansas job. Emotions will be high for this one, Cal returning to Rupp and coaching against his old team. 

Kentucky desperately needs a win going into this game, sure don't want to be losers of 3 in a row, hopefully that changes against Tennessee tonight. 

Both teams aren't healthy going into this one, Butler & Kerr are both out tonight against UT, Carr has been questionable for the last 3 weeks now with his back issues. Then freshman guard Boogie Fland who was arguably Arkansas best player alongside Theiro, is out for the season due to a wrist injury. Speaking of Theiro, you have him, Big Z, and DJ Wagner all returning to Rupp, be interesting to see the receptions they all get, along with Calipari. 

Tip-off is set for 9:00 Saturday night.

Rumors have it that College Gameday was going to be there, but chose Duke-UNC this weekend, what a surprise! 

So, with all that being said, what's everyone's thoughts, predictions, opinions on this one?