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Gonzaga Silences Kentucky in Blowout Victory
6 Dec
Summary
- Graham Ike scored 28 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.
- Gonzaga overwhelmed Kentucky with a 94-59 score.
- Kentucky suffered its largest loss to a ranked opponent since 2018.
No. 11 Gonzaga delivered a commanding performance on Friday night, overwhelming No. 18 Kentucky with a decisive 94-59 victory in Nashville as part of Music City Madness. The Bulldogs, led by Graham Ike's dominant 28 points and 10 rebounds, and Braden Huff's 20 points, secured a wire-to-wire win. Gonzaga established an early lead and never looked back, entering halftime with a commanding 43-20 advantage.
The Wildcats, now 0-4 against ranked opponents this season, experienced their most significant defeat since 2018, struggling considerably on offense. Otega Oweh was Kentucky's top scorer with 16 points, but the team's field goal percentage plummeted to 26.7%. In contrast, Gonzaga showcased efficient offense, shooting 57.1% from the field and receiving strong contributions from multiple players.
Gonzaga's swift victory signals a strong rebound after a previous significant loss, showcasing their resilience and offensive prowess. The Bulldogs' ability to control the paint and maintain a high shooting percentage proved too much for Kentucky. Gonzaga will return home to face North Florida next, while Kentucky hosts North Carolina Central.
