The Wildcats never make it easy, but they keep getting the job done. Kentucky defeated the Florida Gators 65-59 inside Rupp Arena on Saturday evening, improving their record to 22-5 on the season and 12-2 in the SEC.
Immanuel Quickley led all scorers with a career-high 26 points, 23 of which came in the second half. He hit 8-17 from the floor and 4-6 from the three-point line. Tyrese Maxey was the only other Wildcat who hit double-digit scoring against the Gators (13 points, seven rebounds and seven assists). Nick Richards added nine points, and Ashton Hagans contributed seven of his own.