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Auburn Falls 70-59 to Kentucky - Recap
Antonio Reeves scored 22 points leading Kentucky to a 70-59 victory over Auburn at Neville Arena on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Kentucky were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.5 at sportsbooks.
Adou Thiero had 14 points for Kentucky and Rob Dillingham chipped in with 11 points. Rob Dillingham had 3 assists for them, while Ugonna Onyenso was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Auburn got a 14-point performance from Johni Broome, who was supported by 14 points from Chad Baker-Mazara. Chad Baker-Mazara had 3 assists in a losing cause for Auburn, while Johni Broome grabbed 11 rebounds.
Kentucky led at halftime, 39-30.
The rebound battle favored Kentucky as they grabbed 36 boards, while Auburn only had 34
Kentucky heads into a battle against LSU. Auburn, meanwhile, will have their next action against Georgia.