Kentucky Wildcats dominate Manhattan Jaspers to start season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 4, 2026, 2:08 AM
Last updated Nov 4, 2026
The Kentucky Wildcats opened their 2026-27 season with a convincing 85-57 victory over the Manhattan Jaspers on Tuesday night. After trailing 13-9 early, Kentucky launched a powerful 39-9 run, ending the first half with a 48-22 lead. The Wildcats maintained their momentum after halftime, showcasing strong offensive performances. Milan Momcilovic was a standout player, showcasing his skills as a potential top NBA draft pick. Kentucky will next face the James Madison Dukes in Lexington on Friday.
- •Kentucky leads 48-22 at halftime against Manhattan.
- •Milan Momcilovic stands out as a key player for Kentucky.
- •Kentucky's next game is against James Madison on Friday.
- •The Wildcats improved their record to 1-0 with the victory.
- 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Basketball stomps Manhattan to open season: 3 things to know and postgame cheers
"The Kentucky Wildcats start the season with a runaway victory.
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