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Kentucky Downs Saint Joseph's 96-88 - Match Report
Kentucky got 22 points from Tre Mitchell as they ran past Saint Joseph's 96-88 on Monday at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center.
Kentucky won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -15.0-point spread.
D.J. Wagner had 22 points for Kentucky and Antonio Reeves chipped in with 20 points. Rob Dillingham had 6 assists for them, while Tre Mitchell was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Saint Joseph's got a 28-point performance from Erik Reynolds II, who was supported by 17 points from Xzayvier Brown. Xzayvier Brown had 6 assists in a losing cause for Saint Joseph's, while Rasheer Fleming grabbed 9 rebounds.
Kentucky led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Saint Joseph's had a 39-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Kentucky looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Marshall. Saint Joseph's will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Sacred Heart.