3 risers and 2 fallers as Kentucky defeats LSU

The Kentucky Wildcats hosted their first conference game of the season, as they welcomed the LSU Tigers to Rupp Arena Tuesday evening. In what was a back-and-forth game, the Cats came out on top as they defeated the Tigers 74-71.

The Cats continued to show their revamped offense in the first half against the Tigers. Playing with pace and rhythm, it is the second consecutive game that they have shown the ability to score consistently. With some solid defense as well, the Cats took a 42-38 lead into the locker room.

The second half continued the back-and-forth trend, as LSU continually pushed back as the Cats tried to stretch a lead. Ultimately it was a timely three by Jacob Toppin, that helped…