Best, worst, and most likely NCAA tournament seed for Kentucky

As March Madness approaches, Big Blue Nation is readying themselves for the SEC tournament and Selection Sunday. BBN is ready to see where the Wildcats will land in the NCAA Tournament bracket. With the SEC Tournament serving as a crucial opportunity to make a final statement for Mark Pope, let’s break down the best, worst, and most likely seeding scenarios for Kentucky.

Best Case Scenario: Climbing to a 2 Seed

If Kentucky catches fire in the SEC Tournament and wins at least two games, their resume could receive a massive boost. Add a little help from teams ahead of them slipping up, and the Wildcats might just sneak onto the 2-seed line. Such a run would showcase their ability to handle high-pressure games against quality competition, further impressing the selection committee. It’s ambitious, but definitely not out of the question.

Worst Case Scenario: Sliding to a 5 Seed

On the flip side, the nightmare scenario involves Kentucky stumbling out of the gate and suffering a lopsided loss in their first SEC Tournament game. While a collapse like that wouldn’t completely derail their seeding, it would likely bump them down to a 4 or 5 seed. That drop would place them on upset alert in the first round of the NCAA Tournament—something the Wildcats would definitely like to avoid again.

Most Likely Scenario: Landing on the 3 or 4 Seed Line

The most realistic expectation? Kentucky wins one game in the SEC Tournament or puts up a strong fight in a close loss. Either outcome would likely keep them in the 3 or 4 seed range. The Wildcats have built a solid enough resume throughout the season to stay within that sweet spot even if they don’t make a deep run.

Kentucky’s seeding fate is very much in their own hands. Whether they make a deep run, stumble early, or do just enough to maintain their current standing, the Wildcats will be a dangerous team in the NCAA Tournament. But Big Blue Nation would certainly love to see them snag that coveted 2-seed and head into the madness with much needed momentum.