Kentucky overcame a slow start to take a commanding 20-point lead at halftime against the Mavericks. The Wildcats were led by Jaxson Robinson’s 15 points, including five three-pointers, in the first half. Otega Oweh also contributed with nine points to help Kentucky build their lead.
Despite shooting just 42.9 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from three-point range, Kentucky managed to gain control of the game with seven different players contributing points. The team also received good news as Amari Williams, who suffered a leg injury early on, was able to return to the bench and ride the exercise bike, indicating the injury may not be serious.
Kerr Kriisa made his debut for Kentucky, scoring one three-point shot and adding three rebounds and two assists in nine minutes of play. The Mavericks struggled on offense, shooting just 28.1 percent from the field and 21.4 percent from beyond the arc. Drew Daniel led the team with eight points, while Malcolm Jones added six.
With a strong first-half performance, Kentucky looks poised for a victory as they head into the second half with a 20-point lead. Fans can keep track of the game’s progress by checking out the full box score below. Kentucky will look to maintain their lead and secure a win in the remaining 20 minutes of play.
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