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SEC Tournament - Kentucky Falls 80-73 Against Vanderbilt - Game Recap
Vanderbilt got 25 points from Ezra Manjon en route to a 80-73 victory over Kentucky on Friday at Bridgestone Arena.
Bettors who backed Vanderbilt were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.5 at sportsbooks.
Jordan Wright had 18 points for Vanderbilt and Tyrin Lawrence chipped in with 18 points. Paul Lewis had 3 assists for them, while Jordan Wright was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Kentucky got a 22-point performance from Antonio Reeves, who was supported by 21 points from Jacob Toppin. Cason Wallace had 5 assists in a losing cause for Kentucky, while Oscar Tshiebwe grabbed 15 rebounds.
Vanderbilt led at halftime, 39-35.
Kentucky had a 40-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.