In storybook fashion, John Calipari led Arkansas into his former home and beat No. 12 Kentucky by double digits in his first trip back to Rupp Arena.
The three Kentucky transfers who followed him to Fayetteville combined for 52 points, 15 rebounds, 9 assists and 4 steals while shooting 55% from the field and 50% from long range in the upset victory.
The win was arguably one of the most satisfying of Calipari’s career after a somewhat abrupt departure from Lexington last April – much to the delight of many Wildcat fans – but he and his team don’t have long to dwell on the victory.