The Wildcats boast a 19-3 record, good enough to rank No. 8 nationally, five spots below the No. 3 Longhorns. Kentucky comes off a surprising 66-57 loss to Ole Miss, and the lady Wildcats look to bounce back with a statement-making victory on Thursday night.

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The Longhorns, on the other hand, are surging at the right time. Texas secured a signature 66-62 win over perennial powerhouse South Carolina, proving their legitimacy as a championship contender. With an outstanding 24-2 record, the Longhorns are enjoying their best start since the 2015-16 season.