The Florida Gators are heading to Lexington on Wednesday night to challenge the Kentucky Wildcats for the second time this season. The Gators came up two points short at home on Jan. 6 and will look to turn the tide while building upon its current three-game win streak.
Rupp Arena always proves to be a hostile environment, and Wednesday night will be no different. The Wildcats are 10-1 while playing at home and recently toppled the Arkansas Razorbacks, 63-57, this past Saturday.
A road win over Kentucky will be much needed for the Gators as the post-season slowly approaches and Florida’s resume could use a boost to become a serious contender in March.
UF head coach Todd Golden addressed the media on Tuesday afternoon to break down the matchup, and here’s what he had to say.