Kentucky’s triumphant win over Michigan State last Tuesday, followed by a blowout win over Eastern Kentucky, moved them ahead of the Spartans to sit atop the Associated Press college basketball rankings. This Tuesday, Kentucky took Rupp Arena’s hardwood against Evansville.
Little did the Wildcats know they’d be punched in the mouth right from tip-off.
While the game was close early on, Evansville suddenly pulled in front halfway through the first half. The Purple Aces took a 34-30 lead and hung right with the Wildcats until the end, closing out an upset victory over the nation’s top-team, 67-64.