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Kentucky Downs Vanderbilt 78-66 - Match Report
Oscar Tshiebwe scored 30 points and chipped in with 13 rebounds for Kentucky on Tuesday, leading them to a 78-66 victory over Vanderbilt at Memorial Gym.
Bettors who backed Kentucky were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks.
Kentucky got 15 points from TyTy Washington Jr. and another 9 points from Kellan Grady. TyTy Washington Jr. contributed 4 assists, while Oscar Tshiebwe cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Vanderbilt got 32 points from Scotty Pippen Jr. in a losing cause and another 14 points from Trey Thomas. Scotty Pippen Jr. contributed 4 assists for them, while Quentin Millora-Brown had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Kentucky were victorious, as the score was 41-29 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Kentucky as they grabbed 36 boards, while Vanderbilt only had 24
Kentucky looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Tennessee. Vanderbilt will aim to get back on the winning track at Georgia.