According to Pat Forde of Sports Illustrated, Kentucky is the 30th best team in the NCAA Tournament.
Forde says Kentucky is a “battered team” that is hoping Lamont Butler can bet back into the lineup this week.
The top five teams according to Forde are Florida, Duke, Auburn, Houston and Michigan State.
Here is an excerpt about Kentucky and their first round opponent Troy:
30. Kentucky Wildcats
Selection committee ranking: No. 11. This is a battered team, down three guards from the start of the season but hoping Lamont Butler can get back into the lineup this week.