A deep and talented Kentucky team ranked No. 2 in The Associated Press preseason top-25 poll. A Division III opponent at a decided height disadvantage.
The obvious unfolded in Rupp Arena on Friday night as Kentucky routed Transylvania 94-66 in an exhibition game.
Kentucky’s size was a dominant factor. This was reflected in a 62-24 advantage in points from the paint and a 52-18 rebounding edge. Transy had only four offensive rebounds. Combined with the Pioneers making only nine of 31 three-point shots, a lopsided UK victory was inevitable.
Reid Travis, the only UK player to start each half, posted a double-double: 12 points and 10 rebounds.