With another big-time opponent on the docket for this weekend, Kentucky needed a get-right win on Tuesday night.
And that’s what the Wildcats (6-4) did against the North Carolina Central Eagles (3-9) inside Rupp Arena, taking care of business with a 103-67 victory.
Five different Kentucky players scored in double-figures, led by a season-high 22 points (6-10 FG) from Jasper Johnson. Otega Oweh wasn’t far behind with 21 points (also a season-high) and seven rebounds of his own. Trent Noah, who was inserted into the starting lineup, did most of his damage in the first half, finishing with 11 points on the night.