ESPN.com · Feb 2, 2025
Arkansas topples Kentucky in Calipari's return to Rupp
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LEXINGTON, Ky. -- John Calipari received a mixed reception at Rupp Arena on Saturday night then watched his Arkansas team upset No. 12 Kentucky 89-79.
Three former Wildcats -- Adou Thiero (21 points), D.J. Wagner (17) and Zvonimir Ivisic (14) -- had big performances as the Razorbacks (13-8, 2-6 SEC) got a win in Calipari's first game back since leaving the Wildcats after last season.
"We played with more confidence because we played fearless," Calipari told ESPN after the game. "And I was coaching them that way.
"And so proud of them. Good win on the road. Hard game to win in this building. I've been here. So, it's a hard game to win."
