Without P.J. Washington, Kentucky struggled to find offense. The Cats trailed by as much as six in the first half before a 10-2 run before halftime gave UK its first lead of the game.
Kentucky took control once the second half started. A 13-2 run gave Kentucky an eight-point lead with 12 minutes to play. From that point forward, Wofford played from behind.
The Cats missed Washington’s presence in the post, especially on the offensive end. Keldon Johnson fought with foul trouble the entire game and Tyler Herro made only 2-of-11 shots. Jemarl Baker’s eight points, Ashton Hagans’ 12 and Reid Travis’ 14-point, 11-rebound double-double helped UK weather the storm.