The Kentucky Wildcats used a strong start to put the LSU Tigers on their heels and score a 95-64 win over LSU Tuesday night at Rupp Arena. The Tigers were overwhelmed in the first half by Kentucky scoring runs and three pointers as Kentucky shot 58.

The LSU Tigers are 14-15 overall and 3-13 in the SEC after an 81-69 loss to Mississippi State on Saturday. Coach Matt McMahon’s team has lost three straight. LSU is ranked 78th in KenPom’s adjusted overall efficiency numbers. It is 100th in adjusted offensive efficiency and 64th in adjusted defensive efficiency.

Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope talks with forward Brandon Garrison (10) as he exits the game during the second half LSU Tigers at Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images The Wildcats had gone 11 games without hitting the 90-point mark,