Kentucky beats Little Rock 69-49 in preseason opener
The 2026‑27 Kentucky Wildcats defeated the Little Rock Trojans 69‑49 at Rupp Arena, starting their season with a solid win and a strong second‑half performance.
Key points
- Kentucky won 69‑49 over Little Rock in a preseason exhibition at Rupp Arena.
- Milan Momcilovic scored 16 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc.
- Kentucky turned over 19 balls but improved in the second half to pull away.
- The Wildcats will play two more preseason games before the regular season starts.
On Friday night, the 2026-27 Kentucky basketball team opened its season at Rupp Arena against the Little Rock Trojans.
Kentucky, coached by Mark Pope, finished with a 69-49 victory.
The Wildcats shot 10-of-28 in the first half and improved in the second half to secure the win.
Milan Momcilovic led Kentucky with 16 points, making 4-of-7 from three-point range. Alex Wilkins contributed 11 points and Mason Williams added 10 points.
Malachi Moreno recorded 11 rebounds and three blocks on the defensive end.
Kentucky turned the ball over 19 times but reduced the margin in the second half to pull away.
The team has two more preseason games scheduled before the regular season begins.
Your questions, answered
Who led Kentucky with points in the game against Little Rock?
Milan Momcilovic scored 16 points for Kentucky.
What was the final score of the Kentucky vs. Little Rock game?
Kentucky defeated Little Rock 69‑49.
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