The Kentucky men’s basketball team held a highly successful Blue-White Game in Pikeville over the weekend.
In addition to getting basketball work in, the Wildcats and head coach John Calipari raised more than $160,000 for Eastern Kentucky flood victims.
Antonio Reeves stood out with 27 points in the scrimmage. Adou Thiero finished with 21 points, 12 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals.
The White team, led by CJ Fredrick’s 18 points, won the game 70-67 over Blue.
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As mentioned, the Wildcats raised a significant amount of money for Eastern Kentuckians who are struggling:
When we come together, there is nothing like the impact of Kentucky Basketball.
So proud of our players, who wanted to bring the Blue-White to eastern Kentucky and have driven our relief efforts. Thank you all for an unbelievable night!
Now we just need to play defense!! LOL pic.twitter.com/gSR0CMmA4A
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) October 23, 2022
Work up very grateful this morning.
Grateful for this team.
Grateful for everyone I got to meet at the park yesterday who haven’t lost their spark or hope.
Grateful to the city of Pikeville.
Grateful to our fans who raised $160k for flood relief.
Grateful to be YOUR coach!! pic.twitter.com/ryE4688AUZ
— John Calipari (@UKCoachCalipari) October 23, 2022
