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Kentucky picked up their first SEC victory last night in Rupp Arena against Texas A&M.
The Wildcats bounced back with a solid 11 point (should’ve been 14 point) victory over the Aggies to even out their conference record before hosting Vanderbilt on Saturday.
Kentucky had solid performances from Tyler Herro (21 points, 7-14 from the floor) and Ashton Hagans (18 points, 4 assists, 5 steals) in the win, and got production from EJ Montgomery, Nick Richards, Immanuel Quickley, and Jemarl Baker off the bench.
Getting a comfortable win over the Aggies was big for the Wildcats as SEC play doesn’t get any easier from here on out. Hopefully Kentucky can keep that momentum moving forward.
Tweets of the Day
Kentucky & Florida have same overall record & the same number of wins vs. teams ranked in the final AP Top 25. In the Sagarin ratings, UK is 4-2 vs Top 30 foes, UF 3-3. UK's 17-point loss at UT came as a 5.5-point favorite. UF's home loss to Missouri was by 21 as 6-point favorite https://t.co/w741qQHLZ5
— Mark Story (@markcstory) January 8, 2019
Arguing Florida over Kentucky still doesn’t quite add up.
To reiterate - Ashton Hagans has the potential to be the best on-ball defender to ever wear a Kentucky Basketball uniform.
— Rex Chapman (@rex_rexchapman) January 9, 2019
Strong words from Rex.
Quickies
Kentucky’s depth proves critical in Texas A&M victory - Herald Leader
Key contributions from players off the bench played a big role.
What we learned from Kentucky’s victory - Courier Journal
Nothing comes easy for Kentucky in SEC play.
Calipari frustrated after players revert to bad habits - Kentucky Sports Radio
Cal wants to see his players continue to come together.
A&M buzzer beater means awful gambling beat - Cats Pause
A weird shot clock call and a crazy buzzer beater broke a lot of hearts
Neal Brown is set to make in-state recruiting even more interesting - Herald Leader
With Brown and Brohm nearby, landing recruits in Kentucky will be a challenge.
Chad Scott leaving Louisville to join Brown’s staff at WVU - Courier Journal
Scott was on the UofL staff for just a few days.
DeMarcus Cousins set to return Jan. 18 - Bleacher Report
Boogie is coming back in nine days.
Five NBA “Pre Agents” to keep an eye on- The Ringer
Karl-Anthony Towns is a name to watch leading up to 2024.
ABC could pursue NFL Sunday package - Bleacher Report
ABC is trying to get in on the Sunday NFL experience.
McDaniels apparently staying with Patriots - Yahoo
Josh McDaniels says the book is shut... for now.
CSU head coach declines raise after three-win season - ESPN
Interesting move by Mike Bobo.
Jerry Jones bought a yacht with two helipads - USA Today
The yacht was worth $250 million.