LIVE BLOG: Kentucky WBB vs. Wofford: Wildcats seek sixth victory by double digits
Kentucky women's basketball seeks sixth victory by double digits as they host Wofford
Kentucky plays its first non-Power 5 opponent since Nov. 11 to close out its non-conference schedule on Thursday
The Wildcats appear to have found their stride after opening the season with a 2-3 record. Since then they have won three straight, including two by double digits. Kentucky's most recent win was a 77-46 rout of UT Martin on Sunday. The Wildcats forced 26 turnovers and never trailed. The Wildcats will look to continue their strong play against the Terriers. Wofford is 6-4 this season. The Terriers are led by senior forward Chloe Wanink, who will be playing in her final game of the season. Wanink is averaging 15.3 points and 7.5 rebounds per game this season. Kentucky will need to contain Wanink if they want to win the game. The Wildcats will also need to shoot the ball well from three-point range. They are shooting .410 from three-point range this season, which is sixth in the SEC. Kentucky is a heavy favorite in the game. The Wildcats are ranked No. 11 in the AP Poll, while Wofford is not ranked. The game will be played at Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.Pregame
- Kentucky is a 22-point favorite over Wofford.
- The Wildcats are 5-0 at home this season.
- Wofford is 1-3 on the road this season.
First Half
- Kentucky took a 10-point lead into the second quarter, 22-12.
- The Wildcats forced seven turnovers in the first quarter.
- Wanink scored six of Wofford's 12 points in the first quarter.
Second Half
- Kentucky extended its lead to 15 points in the third quarter, 40-25.
- The Wildcats continued to force turnovers, finishing the game with 16.
- Wanink finished with 21 points and 10 rebounds.
Postgame
- Kentucky won the game 70-49.
- The Wildcats have now won six straight games.
- Kentucky is 5-0 at home this season.
- Wofford falls to 6-5 on the season.
