Kentucky vs Tennessee Live Stream: How to Watch College Basketball

Kentucky and Tennessee square off at the Food City Center on Saturday.

With the two longtime conference rivals meeting in Knoxville this weekend, No. 24 Tennessee hosts unranked Kentucky at the Food City Center in a SEC battle on Saturday afternoon. 

The Vols have climbed into the top-25 rankings partially due to a perfect 10-0 record at the Food City Center this season compared to an 0-3 mark on the road. Tennessee is 12-5 overall with a 2-2 conference record this season. Kentucky, on the other hand, has won two consecutive games to improve to 11-6 overall with a 2-2 conference record and a 1-2 road record. These two teams have been playing since 1910, with the Vols outlasting the Wildcats in a 78-65 win last March. 

How to Watch Kentucky vs Tennessee Today

Game Date: Jan. 17, 2026

Game Time: 12:00 p.m. ET

TV: ESPN

Location: Food City Center

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Most recently, Tennessee got back in the win column with an 87-82 victory over SEC foe Texas A&M in Knoxville on Tuesday night. Nate Ament scored a game-high 23 points and the Vols dominated the boards with a 60-35 advantage on the glass. As for Kentucky, the Wildcats earned a 75-74 victory over LSU in an instant classic in Baton Rouge on Wednesday night. 

No. 24 Tennessee battles with longtime rival Kentucky in Knoxville on Saturday. 

What Time Is The College Basketball Game Between Kentucky vs Tennessee?

The Kentucky vs Tennessee will take place on Saturday January 17, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great College Basketball action.

What Channel Is the Kentucky vs Tennessee Game On?

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