Kentucky knew it would face an early-season challenge in November. The Cats probably didn’t expect that challenge would come on Friday against Division II Miles College.
Sahvir Wheeler sparked an second-half run as the Cats came from behind to beat Miles 80-71 at Rupp Arena. Wheeler scored six points in an 8-0 run that gave the Cats the lead after they trailed by seven at the half.
Wheeler and TyTy Washington Jr. led UK with 15 points and six assists apiece. Kellan Grady hit all three of his attempts from behind the arc on his way to 13 points and Jacob Toppin hit five of his seven shots on his way to 12 points.
Oscar Tshiebwe was held to four points but led all players with 12 rebounds.
