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Recap - North Carolina Defeats Kentucky 75-63

North Carolina got 14 points from Armando Bacot as they ran past Kentucky 75-63 on Saturday at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse.

Bettors who backed North Carolina were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks.

North Carolina got 13 points from Kerwin Walton and another 11 points from Caleb Love. Caleb Love contributed 6 assists, while Day'Ron Sharpe cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Kentucky got a 17-point performance from Davion Mintz, who was supported by 15 points from Brandon Boston Jr.. Devin Askew had 3 assists in a losing cause for Kentucky, while Davion Mintz grabbed 8 rebounds.

North Carolina trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Kentucky had a 40-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

North Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the North Carolina State. Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track at Louisville.