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While the plaudits were shared among the players, O notably shone brightest, leading the scoring for Kentucky with multiple highlight-worthy moments. His ability to either split defenders or finish strong through contact accentuated his physical presence on both ends of the floor.
Garrison and Butler’s impeccable passing created scoring opportunities, resulting in backdoor cuts and open looks. Kentucky often emphasized a quick-ball movement strategy, leaving Jackson State scrambling to keep up with their fast-paced style of play. This was evident as Kentucky's three-point shooting surged throughout the game, hinting at an aesthetic show of basketball.