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Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Kentucky Wildcats Recap - Kentucky Wins 80-72
Mississippi State was victimized for 27 points and 11 rebounds by Nick Richards as Kentucky defeated them 80-72 in NCAA action on Tuesday.
Bettors who backed Kentucky were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks.
Immanuel Quickley had 21 points for Kentucky and EJ Montgomery chipped in with 12 points. Ashton Hagans had 6 assists for them, while Nick Richards was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Mississippi State got 15 points from Robert Woodard II in a losing cause and another 15 points from D.J. Stewart Jr.. Nick Weatherspoon contributed 2 assists for them, while Abdul Ado had 11 rebounds.
Kentucky led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Mississippi State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 37-34.
Kentucky looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Tennessee. Mississippi State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Vanderbilt.