Episode 33 of Conversations with Chris and Cameron dives deep into Kentucky’s upcoming showdown with Michigan State, breaking down why this game is one of the biggest early-season tests of the Mark Pope era.

Chris and Cameron analyze key matchups, including how UK plans to handle MSU’s physicality, rebounding strength, and impact players like Coen Carr, Jackson Kohler, and Jeremiah Fears. They discuss defensive priorities such as clogging the paint, limiting threes, improving transition communication, and how Malachi Moreno and Brandon Garrison factor into the game plan.

The hosts also touch on Kentucky’s win over Eastern Illinois, highlighting Jasper Johnson’s continued development as a playmaker and Mo Dioubate’s strong performance, while noting areas the team must clean up before heading to Madison Square Garden. With score predictions, MVP picks, and on-site insight from Cameron, the episode sets the stage for a pivotal early-season clash.