One week after losing to Auburn, No. 4 Alabama (21-5) will have another shot at securing a top-25 victory when they host the No. 17 Kentucky Wildcats (18-8). These two teams met last month in Lexington. Grant Nelson was the best player on the floor, scoring 25 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in a 102-97 win over the Wildcats.
Alabama comes into Saturday’s matchup on a two-game losing streak. After falling to Auburn at home, the Crimson Tide were no match for Missouri’s high-flying offense in a 110-98 loss. Kentucky is 5-5 in their last 10 games. That’s a respectable run, considering how tough the SEC is this year. Kentucky will be a tournament team barring an epic collapse.
Each team only has five regular-season games remaining before the SEC Tournament. A victory on Saturday will only strengthen the winning team’s resume. Find out how to watch a live stream of Kentucky versus Alabama. Read our NCAA men’s basketball March to the Madness guide for more coverage.
How to watch Kentucky vs. Alabama
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Tune in to ESPN at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 22, 2025, to watch the game between Kentucky and Alabama. The Crimson Tide will host the game inside Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Fans can also sign in with a TV provider and stream the game through WatchESPN.
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Watch Kentucky vs. Alabama on Sling TV
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How to watch Kentucky vs. Alabama from abroad with a VPN
Not everyone will be at their homes for the game. If you are someone traveling during tonight’s contest, download a VPN, or virtual private network. VPNs trick your connection into thinking you’re streaming from home by using a US-based server.
In other words, VPNs can alleviate broadcast restrictions and add more security. When determining the best VPNs, our pick is NordVPN. While there is no free trial, a 30-day money-back guarantee is available upon request.