Vanderbilt vs Kentucky Basketball Score: 74-77
The Vanderbilt vs Kentucky basketball score finishes at 74-77, after another close game. Davion Mintz hits a late three to complete the comeback. This marks the second consecutive win for the Wildcats, after starting off the season 2-6. Technically, the Cats are undefeated in 2021 however.
UK trailed at the end of the first half 40-33. Vandy was able to jump out to a lead after converting from behind the arc. They would go on to shot 37% on the night hitting 10 of 27 attempts.
Olivier Sarr had a breakout night for Kentucky, scoring 24 points on 5 of 10 shooting. Sarr had a huge night from the charity stripe as well, hitting 14 of 17. In addition, he led the team with 7 rebounds. Dontaie Allen had another strong outing for the Cats, adding 14 points of his own. He shot 2-5 from behind the arc. Overall as a team, Kentucky shot 41.8% from the field, and 38.5% from the 3-point line.
If we’re looking at the stats for the year, when Kentucky fails to break 65 points they result in loses. Wins have resulted after 77-plus point scoring performances. Kentucky moves on to 3-6 on the season, while 2-0 Southeastern Conference play. Vanderbilt drops its 12th game in a row at Rupp Arena since 2007.
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