This was Kentucky’s largest margin of victory against a Southeastern Conference opponent since a 62-point margin against Vanderbilt, 106-44, on March 5, 2003.
Defense locks down Missouri as Kentucky cruises to 16-0 plus boxscore and other game notes
Kentucky has its way against Missouri, 86-37
Aaron Harrison scored 16 points including five 3-pointers, and top-ranked Kentucky finally earned a conference victory in regulation by drilling Missouri 86-37 on Tuesday night.
John Calipari’s switch to zone just enough to slow down Missouri
There are some promises you just can’t keep. For John Calipari, that seemed to be the use of a zone defense.
Boxscore and Game Notes: Kentucky at Missouri
This game marked the first time in the history of the Kentucky program four freshmen formed the starting lineup on the road.
Kentucky bounces back with road win at Missouri
Aaron Harrison scored 21 points and James Young added 20 to help No. 11 Kentucky beat Missouri 84-79 on Saturday.
Willie Cauley-Stein changes his own trajectory
Willie Cauley-Stein is the diamond in the rough. He’s the precious stone you stumble upon while searching for your tee shot — uncut, unpolished, but unquestionably a fabulous find. He is a jewel who has lately improved Kentucky’s chances at chasing another crown. The 7-foot freshman has replaced injured Nerlens Noel in UK’s starting lineup,…
Willie Cauley-Stein named SEC Freshman of the Week
Kentucky’s Willie Cauley-Stein, a 7-foot, 244-pound freshman forward from Olathe, Kan., was named SEC Freshman of the Week after averaging 13.5 points, 9.8 rebounds and five blocks in wins over Vanderbilt and Missouri. Cauley-Stein began the week by pouring in a career-high 20 points to couple with a team-high seven rebounds and three blocks. He made 8-of-10…
Cats show grit in battling past Missouri
There were spectacular plays by both teams, the kind of standout, shout-out-loud plays that make highlight reels and lasting memories. But the one John Calipari wanted to talk about first after his Kentucky team battled past Missouri 90-83 in a Rupp Arena overtime thriller late Saturday night was of the quiet variety. “There was a play where…
Boxscore and Game Notes: Kentucky vs. Missouri
Go here for boxscore. Kentucky is 19-8 overall, 10-4 in the Southeastern Conference. Missouri is 19-8 overall, 8-6 in the league Kentucky leads the series 5-0, including 3-0 in games played in Lexington. Kentucky is 2-0 in overtime games this season Kentucky completes its three-game homestand Wednesday as the Wildcats host Mississippi State at 8…
Kentucky scores big overtime win against Missouri, 90-83
Julius Mays’ eight points in overtime, including four clinching free throws in the final 33 seconds, helped Kentucky get the important victory it needed to bolster its NCAA tournament chances, beating Missouri 90-83 Saturday night. Mays made six free throws in overtime and scored 21 of his 24 points after halftime for the Wildcats (19-8,…