TORONTO — The Kentucky Wildcats are representing Team USA at Globl Jam in Toronto, Canada.
UK got off to a quick start in the first half against Team Africa, with a 59-41 lead. Antonio Reeves was at the top of the leaderboard for the Cats with 18 points and five three-pointers. Followed by Justin Edwards with 11 points, three steals, and two three-pointers.
Coming out of the half, Cats continued to build on their momentum, but Team Africa was not giving up.
The BAL has turned it up a notch and are hitting 3 pointers now. UK has stalled a little with ball movement. Cats lead is down to 87-81 with 5:20 to go in the game. #BBN
— Keith Farmer (@KeithFarmer18) July 15, 2023
The Wildcats remain undefeated with their win against Team Africa, 104-92. Reeves dominated beyond the arc throughout the entire game with a total of eight three-pointer. Reeves lead the team with 27 points and four rebounds.
UK will play for gold Sunday with tip-off scheduled for 8:00 p.m.
Kentucky beats BAL 104-92. They get the winner of tonight’s game between Canada and Germany. 5 Cats in double figures led by Antonio Reeves 27. Wagner and Sheppard add 18 each. Edwards 15 and Mitchell 12. #BBN
— Keith Farmer (@KeithFarmer18) July 15, 2023
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