The guys at The Field of 68 released their first NCAA Tournament bracket projection this morning.
Kentucky is listed as a No. 9 seed. The Cats are lined up against No. 8 SMU in the West Region. The No. 1 seed is currently undefeated Arizona.
Here’s a look:
Our FIRST projected bracket is HERE!
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