Over the last few seasons, Rupp Arena has seen more visiting teams come in and win than fans are accustomed to, but Mark Pope is going to change that narrative. Published Jul 2, 2025 ANDREW STEFANIAK ...

UNC basketball history vs Kentucky, at Rupp Arena UNC and Kentucky will meet for the 44th time when they play in the ACC/SEC Challenge. The Tar Heels lead the series with Kentucky, 25-18.

The Boilermakers will face Kentucky in an exhibition game at Rupp Arena on Oct. 24, the team announced Friday morning. Game time and television assignment will be announced later.

Overall, UNC has a 6-8 record against Kentucky in Lexington, including a 2-5 mark at Rupp Arena, which opened in 1976. The Heels made their first trip to Rupp in 2001 and last played there in 2014 ...