Kentucky was desperate for a W. That desperation did not manifest in execution. Instead, errors added up until the Wildcats walked off the floor with a 75-74 loss to Auburn.
Unlike many of the nine previous losses, the Cats did not start slow. In fact, they showed quite a bit of resolve to take a 4-point halftime lead. It was the second half that stunk like a big wet fart.
The Cats had the Tigers on the ropes with a 9-point advantage. They were in control and Auburn was teetering. Instead of landing the kill shot, Kentucky got passive.