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Kentucky Rallies Past No. 5 Oklahoma in Upset Thriller
12 Jan
Summary
- Kentucky trailed by 13 points but secured a 63-57 victory.
- Tonie Morgan led the Wildcats with 21 points.
- The team forced 18 turnovers and held Oklahoma scoreless late.
No. 6 Kentucky achieved a significant victory on Sunday, rallying from a 13-point deficit to defeat No. 5 Oklahoma with a final score of 63-57. The Wildcats displayed resilience, particularly in the second quarter when they erased a substantial lead to tie the game by halftime. This win marks their second triumph over a top 10 opponent within the past two weeks, underscoring their strong performance this season.
Tonie Morgan was instrumental in Kentucky's success, leading all scorers with 21 points. Her performance included a pivotal four-point play that ignited the comeback. Clara Strack provided crucial support, recording a double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds, alongside three of the team's eight blocks. Jordan Obi also contributed offensively with 11 points, rounding out a strong team effort.
The Wildcats' defense proved decisive in the closing moments, forcing Oklahoma into 18 turnovers and preventing them from scoring in the final four minutes. This defensive intensity, coupled with strategic offensive plays, allowed Kentucky to secure the win. Notably, Kentucky played without senior Teonni Key, their third-leading scorer, who is recovering from an elbow injury sustained earlier this month.
