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Kentucky Faces Major Setback as Key Starter Ruled Out for Tennessee Showdown
The Kentucky Wildcats are gearing up for a high-stakes top-15 clash against the No. 5 Tennessee Volunteers at Rupp Arena on February 8, 2025. After securing a victory over the Vols in Knoxville just weeks ago, Mark Pope’s squad is eyeing a season sweep. However, Tennessee is out for revenge, and Kentucky will be without a crucial piece of their lineup.
Monday night’s injury report confirmed that guard Jaxson Robinson will miss the game after aggravating a lingering wrist injury in the Wildcats’ recent win over South Carolina. Robinson, the team’s second-leading scorer, initially played through the injury but suffered a setback late in the contest, sidelining him for this pivotal matchup.
On a positive note, Lamont Butler is listed as probable and is expected to suit up. His presence will be vital, as he’ll be tasked with facilitating the offense and locking down Tennessee’s elite defense.
With Robinson out, Kentucky will need to find new ways to generate offense. Koby Brea, who torched the Vols in their last meeting, will be a marked man, and Tennessee will undoubtedly aim to limit his impact. The Wildcats must adapt quickly and rise to the challenge if they hope to secure another statement win—without one of their most reliable scorers.
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