Tennessee Volunteers vs Kentucky Wildcats predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Jan 16, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Saturday,

Tennessee Volunteers

Kentucky Wildcats

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball showdown, the Tennessee Volunteers will face off against the Kentucky Wildcats on January 17, 2026, at the home court of the Volunteers.

Both teams have been in decent form recently, with each side securing three wins in their last five matches. The Volunteers will be looking to capitalize on their home-court advantage, where they have been strong this season. On the other hand, the Wildcats will be aiming to continue their good form and secure a crucial away win.

From a tactical standpoint, the Volunteers have shown a strong defensive presence in recent games, while the Wildcats have displayed an impressive offensive firepower. It will be interesting to see how these contrasting styles match up on the court.

Bookmakers have slightly favored the Volunteers for this matchup, but the odds are still relatively close. With both teams in good form and plenty at stake, this game is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter that could go either way.

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Tennessee
70.3%		 Kentucky
29.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 77:70

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.33 3.1
MarathonBet 1.34 3.23
WilliamHill 1.33 3.2
Pinnacle 1.37 2.76
Best for US Customers 1.33 3.4

Latest Results

13.01.26 Tennessee Volunteers basketball – Texas A&M Aggies basketball – 87:82 OT
10.01.26 Florida Gators basketball – Tennessee Volunteers basketball – 91:67
06.01.26 Tennessee Volunteers basketball – Texas Longhorns basketball – 85:71
03.01.26 Arkansas Razorbacks basketball – Tennessee Volunteers basketball – 86:75
30.12.25 Tennessee Volunteers basketball – South Carolina State Bulldogs basketball – 105:54		 14.01.26 LSU Tigers basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 74:75
10.01.26 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – 92:68
07.01.26 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Missouri Tigers basketball – 68:73
03.01.26 Alabama Crimson Tide basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 89:74
23.12.25 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Bellarmine Knights basketball – 99:85

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Tennessee won 2.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Kentucky may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Tennessee is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Tennessee won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 1446:1464. (average 72.3:73.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Tennessee won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 771:757. (average 70.1:68.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    28.03.25 Tennessee Volunteers basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 78:65
    11.02.25 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Tennessee Volunteers basketball – 75:64
    28.01.25 Tennessee Volunteers basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 73:78
    09.03.24 Tennessee Volunteers basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 81:85
    03.02.24 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Tennessee Volunteers basketball – 92:103

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.06 (9.79%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 5.25 (9.44%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 6.3 (7.87%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 10.8 (4.59%)

    5. Iowa State: 12 (4.13%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 12.6 (3.93%)

    7. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (3.81%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 13.4 (3.7%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 18.4 (2.69%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19.8 (2.5%)

    11. Florida Gators: 22 (2.25%)

    12. Vanderbilt Commodores: 23 (2.16%)

    13. Brigham Young: 27 (1.84%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 34 (1.46%)

    15. Michigan State: 34.5 (1.44%)

    16. Kansas Jayhawks: 40 (1.24%)

    17. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.21%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 43 (1.15%)

    19. Arkansas State: 50 (0.99%)

    20. Texas Tech: 50.2 (0.99%)

    21. Virginia Cavaliers: 50.2 (0.99%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 50.25 (0.99%)

    23. Louisville: 58.2 (0.85%)

    24. North Carolina: 61.4 (0.81%)

    25. Tennessee Volunteers: 76.2 (0.65%)

    26. St. Johns Sonics: 80 (0.62%)

    27. Kentucky Wildcats: 80.2 (0.62%)

    28. St. Johns Red Storm: 91.5 (0.54%)

    29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.5%)

    30. UC Irvine: 100 (0.5%)

    31. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.5%)

    32. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.5%)

    33. High Point: 100 (0.5%)

    34. UC San Diego: 100 (0.5%)

    35. George Mason: 100 (0.5%)

    36. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.5%)

    37. McNeese State: 100 (0.5%)

    38. Utah State: 100 (0.5%)

    39. Penn State: 100 (0.5%)

    40. Yale: 100 (0.5%)

    41. Georgetown: 100 (0.5%)

    42. Murray State: 100 (0.5%)

    43. Troy: 100 (0.5%)

    44. Akron Zips: 100 (0.5%)

    45. Saint Marys: 100 (0.5%)

    46. Boston College: 100 (0.5%)

    47. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.5%)

    48. California Maritime: 100 (0.5%)

    49. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.5%)

    50. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.5%)

    51. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.5%)

    52. Clemson: 105.2 (0.47%)

    53. Baylor Bears: 110.2 (0.45%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 110.2 (0.45%)

    55. UCLA: 110.2 (0.45%)

    56. Villanova Wildcats: 120.2 (0.41%)

    57. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    58. Auburn Tigers: 120.2 (0.41%)

    59. NC State: 120.2 (0.41%)

    60. TCU: 130.2 (0.38%)

    61. UCF Knights: 130.2 (0.38%)

    62. Seton Hall Pirates: 130.2 (0.38%)

    63. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.38%)

    64. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.38%)

    65. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.38%)

    66. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.36%)

    67. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.33%)

    68. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.33%)

    69. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.33%)

    70. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.33%)

    71. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.28%)

    72. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.28%)

    73. Creighton: 180.2 (0.28%)

    74. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.28%)

    75. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.28%)

    76. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.28%)

    77. Oregon Ducks: 180.2 (0.28%)

    78. St. Louis Billikens: 200.25 (0.25%)

    79. LSU: 230.2 (0.22%)

    80. Wake Forest: 230.2 (0.22%)

    81. Kansas State: 230.2 (0.22%)

    82. Washington Huskies: 230.2 (0.22%)

    83. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.22%)

    84. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.22%)

    85. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.22%)

    86. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.19%)

    87. Maryland Terrapins: 280.2 (0.18%)

    88. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.18%)

    89. Boise State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    90. Marquette: 280.2 (0.18%)

    91. Colorado State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    92. Memphis Tigers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    93. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    94. Colorado: 280.2 (0.18%)

    95. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.18%)

    96. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.18%)

    97. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.18%)

    98. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.18%)

    99. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    100. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.18%)

    101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.18%)

    102. Georgia Tech: 280.2 (0.18%)

    103. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.18%)

    104. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.18%)

    105. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    106. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.18%)

    107. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 280.2 (0.18%)

    108. Florida State: 280.2 (0.18%)

    109. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

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