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Kentucky fights past Texas A&M Commerce: 4 things to know and postgame cheers

The Kentucky Wildcats moved to 2-0 on the young season tonight as they fought past the Texas A&M Commerce Lions, 81-61.

If you looked at the score early in the first half, it definitely would not have looked as you thought. The Lions got out to a fast start, but luckily, that didn't last, as the Cats took over rather quickly. Led by Antonio Reeves, the Cats finished the first half on a 30-9 run and went to the locker room up 38-30.

Kentucky had a firm grasp on the second half. With some more solid defense, as well as the consistent play in the backcourt, the Cats were able to blow this one open.