The Kentucky Wildcats defensive struggles continued on Saturday vs the Gonzaga Bulldogs, and they lost 89 – 85. It was the third consecutive home loss for the Cats, something that had never happened before at Rupp Arena.
Once again, the offense played well, but the defense just wasn’t good enough to win against a good team. Kentucky got out-rebounded 43 – 31 and gave up 18 offensive rebounds, including a crucial one in the closing minute of the game.
Reed Sheppard led the Wildcats with 21 points, while Antonio Reeves had 17 and Adou Thiero added 15. Nobody else had double figures.
It’s another week with no answers on defense from head coach John Calipari and the young Kentucky team. Social media, as always, had a lot to say following the game. Here are some of Big Blue Nation’s thoughts.