The second game of the CBS Sports Classic doubleheader on Saturday features two top-10 teams trying to bolster their early season tournament resume with a win. Both North Carolina and Kentucky have stumbled with losses to top-10 opponents: Kentucky to UCLA, and North Carolina to Indiana. Those aren't exactly bad losses, but still, Saturday could go a long way for these teams when it comes to March seeding.
Below is how you can watch the game on television and via live stream. We also highlight some key matchups and make our pick for the game.
Viewing information
Date: Saturday, Dec. 12
Time: 5:45 p.m. ET
Location: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
TV: CBS
Live streaming (computer): Desktop player
Live streaming (mobile): CBS Sports App
Related: How to watch Ohio State-UCLA
At a glance
Both teams have a wealth of future NBA talent, so take your pick on who ends up winning this one. Keep an eye on Malik Monk for Kentucky. He's leading the team with 19.4 points per game, but he's not just a good shooter from beyond the arc. His athleticism and length has transformed him into a highlight-reel dunker and disruptive defender. Monk will need to make his impact felt on defense against the Tar Heels, who have similar athleticism.
Joel Berry II has missed the past few games for the Tar Heels, but he'll be in the lineup Saturday which is a big deal for UNC.
Matchup to watch
Odds and pick
KenPom: Kentucky -1
KenPom projection: Kentucky 83, UNC 82
Note: Lines from Sportsline have not yet been released. This post will be updated when information is made available.
Pick: Kentucky -1
Both UNC and UK have top-1o offensive and defensive efficiency ratings, according to KenPom. Aside from Kentucky's one loss against UCLA, they've blown away the competition. So it's still difficult to get a read on them. The Tar Heels, on the other hand, have been in some scrappy games. Most recently they've faced tight ones against Davidson and then against Tennessee earlier this week. Even still, I like Kentucky in this one with Fox and Monk leading the way.