I'm on the under of 165 in this meeting of Kentucky @ Auburn for these reasons:

- The better defense is favored to win, and regardless of the points laid or taken, I expect Auburn to win at home vs Kentucky.

- Auburn are 4-1 to the under of 160 in the last 5 match-ups @ Auburn.

- The importance of this matchup in terms of the upcoming tournament, this will feel like a March Madness atmosphere and Auburn will look yo staple themselves as a defensive threat if they can keep this Kentucky team under 80 points and defending the deep ball will be their top priority (Kentucky are #2 in 3pt shooting)

- We have seen Kentucky stifled on the road this season. Held to 63 @ Arkansas, and held to 62 @ South Carolina.

- Both teams are stellar at rebounding, but Auburn are slightly better, which is sure to slow down the game , which is the key to beating a fast paced opponent like the Wildcats. THE GAMEPLAN SHOULD NOT BE TO GET INTO A SHOOTOUT WITH UK. That will greatly decrease Auburns chances of winning. But either way, Kentucky should stick around regardless of the outcome.

Official Play: Under 165

Side Bet: Kentucky +8.5