This game marked Sheppard’s highest scoring output in an SEC matchup this season and the fourth time he has achieved the feat of scoring 20 points or more in a single game. Unfortunately for Kentucky, they were without the services of freshman guards Justin Edwards and D.J. Wagner, both of whom missed the game due to injury.
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Following the win, Kentucky has climbed up the rankings to become the XXth team in the Associated Press College Basketball Poll. They will return to Rupp Arena on Tuesday night to face the Missouri Tigers. Welch expects the Tigers to present a challenge due to their style of play.
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Bradshaw may have missed his first four shots, but he redeemed himself by sinking his last three, including a pivotal three-pointer late in the game. His efforts contributed to his total of 10 points, along with seven rebounds, two steals, and a crucial blocked shot that helped Kentucky rally in the second half.