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Kentucky basketball opens season with 20-point win over Little Rock

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 1:08 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Kentucky basketball opens season with 20-point win over Little Rock
Summary

Kentucky basketball began its season with a 69-49 victory against Little Rock in Lexington on October 16. Although the Wildcats secured the win, concerns arose over their 19 turnovers, which hindered offensive flow throughout the game. Despite offensive struggles, Kentucky's defense shined, limiting Little Rock to 31% shooting and forcing 15 turnovers. Player Milan Momcilovic excelled with 16 points and seven rebounds, demonstrating his potential as a key contributor. The Wildcats look to address ball security issues in their upcoming games.

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  • •Kentucky defeats Little Rock 69-49 in season opener
  • •Wildcats commit 19 turnovers and record only 12 assists
  • •Defense holds Little Rock to 31% shooting
  • •Milan Momcilovic scores 16 points and grabs 7 rebounds
  • •Next game will test Kentucky's ball security against tougher teams
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  • 1:08 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Basketball beats Little Rock: 3 observations from Wildcats’ exhibition opener
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Kentucky opens with a 20-point win over Little Rock, but the turnover bug raised concerns.

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