ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Kentucky Defeats Alabama 76-67
Immanuel Quickley scored 19 points leading Kentucky to a 76-67 victory over Alabama at Rupp Arena on Saturday.
Kentucky won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -9.5-point spread.
Kentucky got 15 points from Ashton Hagans and another 13 points from Nick Richards. Ashton Hagans contributed 9 assists, while Nick Richards cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Alabama got a 18-point performance from Herbert Jones, who was supported by 16 points from John Petty Jr.. Herbert Jones had 4 assists in a losing cause for Alabama, while Kira Lewis Jr. grabbed 8 rebounds.
Kentucky was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Kentucky won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-36.
Kentucky heads into a battle against South Carolina. Alabama, meanwhile, will have their next action against Auburn.