SEATTLE — We are live from Climate Pledge Arena for tonight’s second round NCAA Tournament game between No. 5 seed Oregon and No. 4 seed Arizona. The Ducks (25-9) are 4.5-point underdogs, according to multiple sportsbooks. The Wildcats (23-12) have won three of the last four meetings in the series.

In his first season on the job, Mark Pope leads the Kentucky Wildcats back to the Sweet 16 for the first time in six years. Koby Brea was the offensive star of the night.

With the win, Kentucky (24-11) advances to face SEC rival Tennessee in Indianapolis. The Wildcats won both regular-season matchups against the Volunteers, setting the stage for a thrilling third encounter with a trip to the Elite Eight on the line. Friday’s showdown will test Kentucky’s resilience as they look to continue their deep tournament run.

The No. 13 Kentucky Wildcats face the No. 19 Kansas State Wildcats in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The teams play Sunday for the first time this season.