Kentucky Defeats Texas Tech in Exhibition Game
Kentucky secured a 76-65 victory over Texas Tech in their exhibition match, with key performances from Malachi Moreno and Milan Momcilovic.
Game Summary
Kentucky improved to 2-0 in their exhibition slate by defeating the Texas Tech Red Raiders, 76-65, in a game played at Rupp Arena on October 23, 2026.
The Cats were led by sophomore center Malachi Moreno with 15 points and six rebounds, while senior forward Milan Momcilovic also contributed 15 points. Freshman Mason Williams added 14 points off the bench.
The game featured a key 15-0 run by Kentucky, led by Moreno and Momcilovic, which helped them seize the lead after trailing most of the half.
Key Moments
Kentucky opened the scoring with a dunk by Zoom Diallo after an assist from Moreno. However, Texas Tech responded with a run to lead 9-4.
After a scoreless five-minute stretch for both teams, UK extended its lead with a 15-0 run, taking a 33-25 lead into halftime. Justin McBride scored on a layup, N’Diaye converted an old fashioned three-point play, and Moreno and Momcilovic contributed key baskets and free throws.
In the second half, Williams hit a three to extend the lead to 12, but Texas Tech responded with two threes to cut the lead to 47-41. Despite a series of ties, Kentucky managed to secure the victory.
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