Kansas and Kentucky are taking a break from their busy conference schedules for a historic clash. It's an understatement to say Jayhawk fans are excited to host the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse on Saturday.
Need proof? Check out the crowd of Kansas students waiting inside Anschutz Pavilion for the traditional group lottery, just for the chance to be first in line:
There were a few people at #KUBball lottery this morning. #KUvsUK pic.twitter.com/4TIIhjurbf
— Cole Hogan (@jayhawkcole) January 24, 2016
Largest lottery since Mizzou! pic.twitter.com/vdlkTXw70K
— KUBasketball Camping (@KU_BBallCamping) January 24, 2016
It is 6 a.m. This is what lottery looks like for #kubball vs Kentucky. Game is 6 days away. pic.twitter.com/yHVcm4oxlm
— Kansan Sports (@KansanSports) January 24, 2016
Given the histories of the two programs and with College Gameday on hand, the pre-dawn wake-up call will be worth it.
The Jayhawks and Wildcats tip off at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday.