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Kentucky Falls 85-65 Against Alabama - Game Recap

Kentucky was run off the court by Alabama on Tuesday as they blasted them 85-65 at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.

Bettors who backed Alabama were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks.

Alabama got 23 points from John Petty Jr. and another 18 points from Jaden Shackelford. Jaden Shackelford contributed 6 assists, while Keon Ellis cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.

Kentucky got 14 points from Isaiah Jackson in a losing cause and another 12 points from Devin Askew. Devin Askew contributed 2 assists for them, while Dontaie Allen had 6 rebounds.

Alabama was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Kentucky as they grabbed 40 boards, while Alabama only had 32

Next game, Alabama takes its act home to face Arkansas looking for another win. For Kentucky, they head on the road to face Auburn.