LEXINGTON, Ky. — Florida’s calling card this season has been its defense. Entering Saturday’s game at Kentucky, the Gators ranked eighth nationally in adjusted defensive efficiency, and 11 of their last 12 foes had made 40% (or less) of their shots.
Kentucky shrugged at Florida’s defensive excellence Saturday, though.
The Wildcats’ stellar shooting in the second half helped them fend off the Gators for a 72-67 win at Rupp Arena.
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Kentucky (15-7, 7-3 SEC), which won its sixth conference game in a row, made 45.