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Tennessee Volunteers vs Kentucky Wildcats Wrap - Kentucky Wins 66-54

Kentucky grabbed a 66-54 win over Tennessee on Saturday, behind a 16-point effort from Oscar Tshiebwe at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.

Kentucky was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Cason Wallace had 16 points for Kentucky and Chris Livingston chipped in with 12 points. Cason Wallace had 6 assists for them, while Chris Livingston was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Tennessee got 17 points from Santiago Vescovi in a losing cause and another 16 points from Jahmai Mashack. Santiago Vescovi contributed 3 assists for them, while Jahmai Mashack had 8 rebounds.

Kentucky led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Kentucky had a 35-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

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