I must say that I agree with Limbo. As much as it would be crazy and great if the SEC went and grabbed UConn, I'd only be happy for the football angle. I find SEC basketball unwatchable and hate when it's on ESPN or CBS. The crowds are dull and the games just seem hollow. Outside of Kentucky, who I loathe, they all are the same to me. Even Florida, who sports a good team now and then, blends in with the rest of those teams.
However, I can't say I'd watch the BTN outside of football either. I think all of these conference networks are a big mistake. They are a windfall now for some of them. However, if cable does go ala carte, like some people predict, they will be major money losers as many parts of the country will pass on them.
I know it doesn't matter the answer to this question because just having the network carried on cable is where the money is, but how many SEC fans will watch this channel after football season ends??