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LSU Tigers vs Kentucky Wildcats Wrap - Kentucky Wins 82-69

Brandon Boston Jr. scored 18 points leading Kentucky to a 82-69 victory over LSU at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center on Saturday.

Kentucky won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.5-point spread as favorites.

Keion Brooks Jr. had 15 points for Kentucky and Olivier Sarr chipped in with 13 points. Devin Askew had 4 assists for them, while Isaiah Jackson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.

LSU got 26 points from Trendon Watford in a losing cause and another 18 points from Cameron Thomas. Javonte Smart contributed 3 assists for them, while Trendon Watford had 10 rebounds.

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

Kentucky had a 46-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Kentucky takes its act on the road to face Alabama looking for another win. For LSU, they head on the road to face Texas A&M.