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Richmond Spiders vs Kentucky Wildcats Wrap - Richmond Wins 76-64
Richmond grabbed a 76-64 win over Kentucky on Sunday, behind a 18-point effort from Nathan Cayo at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.
Bettors who backed Richmond were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.5 at sportsbooks.
Blake Francis had 18 points for Richmond and Grant Golden chipped in with 13 points. Jacob Gilyard had 6 assists for them, while Grant Golden was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Kentucky got 20 points from Brandon Boston Jr. in a losing cause and another 17 points from Olivier Sarr. Brandon Boston Jr. contributed 2 assists for them, while Isaiah Jackson had 14 rebounds.
Richmond was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Kentucky won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 52-28.
Richmond looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the College of Charleston. Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track at Kansas.