Overview
- Chandler posted a personal-best 18 points on 5-of-9 shooting with six rebounds and 6-of-6 free throws.
- Texas cut the deficit to 80-78 with 26 seconds left before Denzel Aberdeen hit six late free throws to ice the game.
- The matchup featured 11 ties and 11 lead changes, with Kentucky using a Chandler-led 7-0 burst to build a 70-60 edge.
- The victory moves Kentucky to 13-6 overall and 4-2 in SEC play, with Ole Miss visiting Rupp Arena on Saturday at noon on ESPN.
- Kentucky continues to manage absences as Jaland Lowe is out for the season, Jayden Quaintance missed a fourth straight game, and Kam Williams exited with a foot injury of uncertain status.