Auburn vs Kentucky: Betting Odds, Spread, and Prediction for Saturday, March 1st

• No. 1 Auburn (26-2) looks to clinch at least a share of the SEC title when it travels to No. 17 Kentucky (19-9) Saturday, March 1 at Rupp Arena.

• The Tigers have only won twice in Lexington in their history, but enter as the consensus No. 1 team in the nation and 4.5-point favorites.

• We’ve got all you need to know about this Bluegrass showdown between Auburn and Kentucky, including a look at the best odds, analysis and prediction.

Auburn (26-2, 17-11 ATS) gets one of its toughest tests of the season when it takes on Kentucky (19-9, 14-13-1) at Rupp Arena Saturday night.

The Tigers have won five in a row, but haven’t won in Kentucky since 1988. A win for the Tigers clinches a share of the SEC title.

Kentucky has won the last two meetings and covered the spread easily each time.

The biggest game of the weekend is Saturday afternoon in Rupp Arena when Auburn takes on Kentucky. Read on for our full preview, look at the best odds and spread and our prediction.

Auburn vs Kentucky Odds & Spread

Odds as of Feb. 28 at DraftKings Sportsbook. Lock in on March Madness with our best DraftKings Sportsbook offers.

There’s some variance on the lines 24 hours before tip-off. Auburn is 4.5-point favorites at FanDuel and laying 5.5 at FanDuel. The total is 167.5 at DraftKings and 168.5 at FanDuel. Don’t be surprised if these all settle in the same spot.

Auburn has been the best team in college basketball this season, but against the spread they haven’t been as dominant. The Tigers are 17-11 against the spread, and just 3-2 in their last five games.

Kentucky is 4-2 in their last six games against the spread and 14-2 at home straight up this season. Neither team is a Wow against the total. Auburn is 17-11 over/under this season, Kentucky is 14-13-1. The best moneyline bet I see right now for Kentucky is +185 at DK Sportsbook and for Auburn -205 at FanDuel.

What’s At Stake for Auburn vs Kentucky

You have to understand the history and context of SEC basketball before laying a bet on this one. In the SEC, at least for basketball (football is a different story) Kentucky rules the roost. The school claims 49, yes, 49 SEC titles (sure, maybe a couple had to be vacated, but still).

This is the 25th time in program history that Kentucky has faced the No. 1 team in the nation. The Wildcats are 8-16 in those games. Kentucky has played the No. 1 team at Rupp Arena five times before Saturday. They are 3-2 in those games.

This season, Kentucky has beaten No. 2 Duke, No. 3 Florida and No. 5 Tennessee. A win over Auburn would be enormous.

Auburn vs Kentucky: The Players to Watch

Auburn is led by Johni Broome, a definite Player of the Year candidate and a lock to be the SEC Player of the Year. He’s grabbing 11 rebounds a game and 18.8 points. Incredibly Auburn has six players averaging in double figures. Offensively, Auburn is in the top five in just about every offensive category in the SEC, so they do everything well.

Kentucky has dealt with some injuries this season in their line-up. They got back point guard Lamont Butler from a shoulder injury for their last game against Oklahoma after a three-game absence. He looked rusty, fouling out in 20 minutes. Kentucky’s second-leading scorer Jaxson Robinson also came back after missing four games with a bad wrist in the win over Oklahoma.

At full strength Kentucky has the firepower to match Auburn.

Auburn vs Kentucky Prediction

• Kentucky +5.5 points (-118 at FanDuel)

• Over 168.5 (-115 at FanDuel)

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am a child of the SEC and I’ve seen Kentucky do this to other SEC programs for years. They come in feeling good and then get buried in blue at Rupp Arena. Kentucky will be backed by a loud crowd and for whatever reason, historically, Kentucky just always shoots lights out in moments like these. Plus, the refs will be pro-Kentucky. I’ve seen that too.

I know Auburn has been great this year, but they’re up against decades of dominance. I like Kentucky with the points and love the over because will teams can score in bunches.

The Auburn Tigers are set to take on the Kentucky Wildcats in a highly anticipated college basketball matchup on Saturday, March 1st. Both teams are coming off impressive wins and will be looking to continue their momentum in this crucial SEC showdown.

As of now, the betting odds for this game have Auburn listed as the slight favorite with a spread of -2.5 points. This means that if you bet on Auburn, they would need to win by at least 3 points in order for you to win your bet. On the other hand, if you bet on Kentucky, they could either win the game outright or lose by 2 points or less for you to win your bet.

Auburn comes into this game with a record of 24-4 overall and 11-4 in conference play. They are currently ranked 13th in the nation and have been playing some of their best basketball of the season as of late. Led by star guard Jared Harper, who is averaging 15.2 points and 6.8 assists per game, the Tigers have the firepower to compete with any team in the country.

Kentucky, on the other hand, is also having a strong season with a record of 23-5 overall and 12-3 in conference play. The Wildcats are currently ranked 4th in the nation and have been dominant at home, where they have only lost one game all season. Led by freshman sensation Keldon Johnson, who is averaging 13.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game, Kentucky has the talent and depth to give Auburn a run for their money.

In terms of prediction, this game is shaping up to be a close and competitive battle between two top teams in the SEC. Auburn has the edge in terms of experience and shooting ability, while Kentucky has the advantage in size and athleticism. Ultimately, I believe that Auburn will come out on top in a hard-fought game, covering the spread and winning by a narrow margin.

Overall, this matchup between Auburn and Kentucky is sure to be an exciting one for college basketball fans everywhere. With both teams vying for a top seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, this game could have major implications for their postseason aspirations. Be sure to tune in on Saturday to see who comes out on top in this highly anticipated showdown.