Kentucky leads Missouri 44-27 at half
After 20 hectic minutes of play, your University of Kentucky Wildcats lead the Missouri Tigers 44-27.
It’s been a game of runs so far. The Cats sprinted out to an 11-2 lead in under three minutes, but Missouri responded, taking the lead, 18-17, at the 12:15 mark. That was without their best player, Kobe Brown, who was on the bench with two fouls. Fortunately, Kentucky took control again to take a 44-27 lead into half.
For the Cats, Keion Brooks leads the way with 11 points, four rebounds, and a team-high +25 efficiency. TyTy Washington is close behind with 10 points on 4-6 shooting, three rebounds, two steals, and an assist. This coast-to-coast play was particularly impressive:
The Cats are shooting 48.4% (15-31) from the floor while holding the Tigers to 34.3% (12-35). Oscar Tshiebwe leads Kentucky in rebounding with eight boards. Here are more first half numbers:
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