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Three key players are giving Kentucky basketball a big boost off the bench

Kentucky basketball coach John Calipari breaks down win over Ole Miss. Jon Hale/Courier Journal

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Kentucky basketball has recently enjoyed a sudden uptick in offensive output primarily by going through Kevin Knox and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

That strategy has provided opportunities for others as well.

While Knox and Gilgeous-Alexander continue to pace the Wildcats (21-9, 10-7 Southeastern Conference) in scoring, Quade Green, PJ Washington and Jarred Vanderbilt have thrived in roles off the bench in Kentucky's recent four-game win streak.

Look for the trio to be on the floor early and often Saturday when Kentucky and Florida compete for the No.