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Jasper Johnson’s breakout shows what Kentucky’s offense could be

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Jasper Johnson had his best game as a Wildcat, now it has to translate to big games.

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If you’re looking for one of the players who made the North Carolina Central game feel different, it was Jasper Johnson.

The freshman guard came off the bench and played like someone who remembers Kentucky is supposed to be fun:

  • 6-of-10 from the field
  • 2-of-4 from three
  • 8-of-8 at the line (huge for a guy who likes to drive)
  • Team-best +30 in the box score

From his very first touch, there was a different kind of force.