Kentucky women's basketball dominates Northern Kentucky with strong defense
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Last updated Nov 6, 2026
The Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball team overwhelmed Northern Kentucky with a 79-28 victory on November 5. Kentucky's defense was the standout, forcing 28 turnovers and out-rebounding the Norse 59-35. Despite a struggling offense that shot 34% overall, Asia Boone led with 21 points, while Clara Strack recorded a double-double. Kentucky will face North Carolina State next on November 8.
- •Kentucky won 79-28 over Northern Kentucky on November 5.
- •The Wildcats forced 28 turnovers and had a 59-35 rebounding advantage.
- •Asia Boone scored 21 points, leading the Wildcats' offense.
- •Clara Strack recorded 11 points and 10 rebounds.
- •Kentucky plays North Carolina State next on November 8.
- 2:01 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky WBB beats Northern Kentucky in dominant defensive showing
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky WBB dominates N. Kentucky with strong defense
"The Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball team played suffocating defense, and rolled over Northern Kentucky.
"The Wildcats' defense held Northern Kentucky to just six made shots in a 79-28 blowout victory.
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 6, 2026, 2:01 AMKentucky WBB beats Northern Kentucky in dominant defensive showing
The Wildcats' defense held Northern Kentucky to just six made shots in a 79-28 blowout victory.
- Yahoo SportsNov 6, 2026, 1:35 AMKentucky WBB dominates N. Kentucky with strong defense
The Kentucky Wildcats women's basketball team played suffocating defense, and rolled over Northern Kentucky.
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