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That was tough, but Kentucky showed a lot during Saturday's overtime loss at Kansas, a venue few have one in over the past decade.
The Cats actually led by six at halftime, by eight in the second half and had the ball with a chance to win in the final 10 seconds of regulation. No one thought we'd be saying that after UK's 3-2 start in SEC play had many wondering if they'd even make it out of the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament.
While there's still over a month to go before tourney time, UK showed they're making great progress towards becoming the best team they can be by the time March Madness is here. Wins and losses don't determine that, and as we've seen in the past, just get UK to March with the Cats playing well and the rest will take care of itself.
Tweet(s) of the Day:
Kentucky showed up, held up, played well in tough atmos. If Cats keep building on this, last few games, will be ready in March.
— Mark Mathis (@markmathisMI) January 31, 2016
John Calipari use to coach at Kansas, and you're telling me he didn't flip off the crowd AND when went to his presser? Take notes Rick
— Tyler Cox (@bleedkyblue) January 31, 2016
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