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Rick Barnes says rebounding key to rematch with Kentucky

Last month, Kentucky went to Knoxville and knocked off the No. 5 Tennessee Volunteers 63-56. Given the Cats’ loss to South Carolina just four days prior, it was one of the most stunning upsets in college basketball this season. At tipoff, Kentucky was an 11.5-point underdog. When the Volunteers jumped out to an 8-0 lead, it looked like the Cats were headed toward another embarrassing loss. Instead, they fought back and won 63-56, turning the season around.

Tomorrow, Tennessee comes to Rupp Arena for a rematch. The Vols are flying high after taking down No.