Grambling vs. Kentucky prediction: model has Kentucky by 15
By Hardwood Bricks staff ·
Grambling (1-1) visits Kentucky at Rupp Arena in Lexington Monday at 7 PM ET on SECN+.
Our model makes Kentucky a 15-point favorite, projecting an 87-72 final, and gives Kentucky a 89% chance to win.
Players to watch: Isaiah Miranda of Grambling, 18.2 points a game; Brandon Hardy of Grambling, 5.6 points a game; Antoine Shannon of Grambling, 5.4 points a game.
Grambling traveled about 933 miles to Lexington and crossed 1.0 time zone.
No line yet. SWAC lines usually post about a day ahead; once books post, the model's side and total leans show here in color.
OverUnderFavoriteUnderdogThe colored fill is the gap between the model and the market: a full chip means 6 points or more. The number on each chip is that gap.
Projections come from opponent-adjusted offense, defense and pace for every D-I team, with home court. Player absences are not in the number yet. A lean is the gap between the model and the market, not a guarantee. 21+.
Players to watch
Box-score ratings, points per 100 possessions vs an average D-I player
Best overall is the top net rating among regulars in this game; offensive engine and defensive anchor are the best on each end. Ranks are among 149 rated SWAC players. Early in the season these lean on last year's numbers. Tap a player for his profile.
Team ratings
GRAM
UK
Net rating
-7.8 #260
+8.0 #88
Offense
102.8 #229
116.0 #46
Defense
110.7 #271
108.0 #218
Tempo
71.1 #134
69.7 #221
Games this season
2
4
Per 100 possessions, adjusted for opponent and venue; # is the D-I rank of 365. Defense: lower is better. Full table on the ratings page.
