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01-18 01:00

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Match Info

In a classic SEC showdown, the Kentucky Wildcats escaped with a narrow 80-78 road victory over the Tennessee Volunteers on January 18, 2026. This result was a major statement win for Kentucky in one of college basketball's most hostile environments. The game lived up to its billing as a heavyweight battle, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the second half. Tennessee's physical play inside was matched by Kentucky's perimeter shooting. The decisive moment came in the final seconds, as Kentucky's star guard hit a contested jumper to take the lead, and Tennessee's last-second attempt rimmed out. The win significantly boosted Kentucky's conference record and NCAA tournament profile, while Tennessee was left devastated by a heartbreaking loss at home.

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The Tennessee vs Kentucky fixture is part of the NCAA during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NCAA fixtures, match statistics, NCAA standings and NCAA match results for Tennessee vs Kentucky on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Jan 17, 2026

Competition: NCAA

Country: United States

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