Texas A&M pulled off an upset in overtime, defeating the sixth-ranked Kentucky team with a score of 97-92. This marked Kentucky's first loss since December 2. Wade Taylor IV's outstanding 31-point performance contributed to the Aggies' much-needed victory, breaking a two-game losing streak. The Wildcats fell to 12-3 overall and 2-1 in SEC play, while the Aggies improved to 10-6 and 1-2, respectively. The win was crucial for Texas A&M's resume, and it was the fifth top-six team to lose to an unranked team that week. The game was a thrilling and classic SEC showdown, with Texas A&M securing a significant win.
FINAL: #Kentucky 90 Mississippi State 77 UK back in the win column and are 3-1 in the SEC #BBN @WHAS11 https://t.co/jtTQ1Rj9Xz
FINAL: Kentucky 90, Mississippi State 77. Wildcats improve to 13-3 overall and 3-1 in SEC play as John Calipari picks up his 400th win as UK's coach. Bulldogs fall to 12-5 (1-3 SEC). Kentucky is back at Rupp Arena on Saturday, hosting Georgia at 6 p.m.
Nice second half from Tre Mitchell. He's up to 12 points. Kentucky 67, Miss State 55 with 11:11 left. #BBN #ukbasketball https://t.co/akcRm7rUoU
#Kentucky 67, MSU 55 Every time UK tries to swing the momentum back firmly in their favor, State has an answer. Cats still in control though with 11:11 to go #BBN @WHAS11
TIMEOUT: #Kentucky 49 MSU 43 Just like that Mississippi State is back in it. The SECβs leading-stealing team has 7 now, itβs a single digit ball game #BBN @WHAS11
Mississippi State opens second half on a 14-2 run to cut Kentucky's lead to 49-43 with 17:14 left. Surprised Calipari didn't call time sooner. He's usually pretty quick on the draw if his team comes out flat for second half. #BBN #ukbasketball
HALFTIME: Kentucky 47 MSU 29 UK winning on both sides of the floor tonight. Antonio Reeves leading the way with 16 with a half to go #BBN @WHAS11
HALFTIME: Kentucky 47, Mississippi State 29. Wildcats make 51.5% (17 for 33) of their shots in the opening 20 minutes, with 16 points for Antonio Reeves and 10 for Rob Dillingham. MSU star Tolu Smith has just four points.
TIMEOUT: #Kentucky 40, MSU 24 Wildcats wanted better defense after Saturdays loss, they got it. Bulldogs shooting 34.6% with 3:50 left in the 1st #BBN @WHAS11
1ST TIMEOUT: #Kentucky 8, Mississippi State 5 Cats playing agressive early. State came out of the gates hot, but better defense has UK up early. Antonio Reeves leading the way with 5 #BBN @WHAS11
π₯ WATCH: Highlights of Texas A&M's upset victory over the sixth-ranked Kentucky Wildcats at Reed Arena (Premium): https://t.co/nLPz7B3uWV
Wade Taylor IV, Texas A&M outlast No. 6 Kentucky in OT https://t.co/VP1uSUo7uN https://t.co/hvcQR8SE9M
Texas A&M topples No. 6 Kentucky in OT: https://t.co/vQ8UYY4Jao via @houstonchron
Texas A&M got it done in OT vs. No. 6 Kentucky π€ https://t.co/WQOilrs1tJ
FINAL/OT: #Kentucky 92, TAMU 97 UK drops their 1st road game and 1st SEC game of the year. #BBN @WHAS11
TEXAS A&M UPSETS #6 KENTUCKY IN OT. https://t.co/W1FFN36ObY
The Aggies take down No. 6 Kentucky to get the dub! π @aggiembk https://t.co/OJNpGvdXdj
OT UPSET π¨ @aggiembk knocks off No. 6 Kentucky at home behind Wade Taylor IV's 31-point performance! #SECMBB https://t.co/ICkQdaqQtd
Texas A&M STUNS No. 6 Kentucky in OT πΏ https://t.co/7Du5AO2IY5
WHAT. A. GAME. π₯ Texas A&M takes down No. 6 Kentucky in a CLASSIC SEC showdown π https://t.co/Janj5BlzDP
Final: Texas A&M 97, Kentucky 92 in overtime Final box: https://t.co/tDadFQVQ6j
FINAL IN OVERTIME: Texas A&M 97, No. 6 Kentucky 92. Wildcats fall to 12-3 overall and 2-1 in SEC play. Aggies improve to 10-6 and 1-2, respectively. UK back in action Wednesday, hosting Mississippi State at 7 p.m.
FINAL: Texas A&M 97, No. 6 Kentucky 92. In overtime. Kentucky becomes the fifth top-six team to lose to an unranked team this week. First loss for the Wildcats since Dec. 2. Huge win for A&M. Aggies needed a resume booster, snaps a two-game losing streak. Wade Taylor with 31.
Texas A&M topples No. 6 Kentucky 97-92 in OT: https://t.co/1xrcfyFB6G
Texas A&M STUNS No. 6 Kentucky πΏ https://t.co/LBwOcZ06LE
Andy hits 1/2 free throws No. 6 Kentucky - 92 Texas A&M - 97 OT | 0:09
Sheppard goes 2/3 at the line. Calipari calls his final timeout. No. 6 Kentucky - 91 Texas A&M - 94 OT | 0:39.2
Ags still up by five. No. 6 Kentucky - 89 Texas A&M - 94 OT | 0:48
Cats STILL scoreless in the extra frame π No. 6 Kentucky - 89 Texas A&M - 94 OT | 1:49