In a historic night for Kentucky basketball, Wildcats’ star Jack Thompson shattered a 100-year-old record in their dominant 92-78 victory over Vanderbilt. The game, held at Rupp Arena, saw Thompson deliver a stellar performance, scoring 48 points and setting a new benchmark for the most points scored in a single game by a Kentucky player, surpassing the previous record of 47 points set by Johnny Jones in 1925.
The crowd erupted as Thompson sank his final basket, cementing his place in Kentucky history. “It’s an honor to be mentioned alongside the greats of this program. I couldn’t have done it without my teammates and coaches,” Thompson said in the post-game interview.
Kentucky, now ranked No. 5 in the nation, continues its impressive season with this statement win. With Thompson leading the charge, the Wildcats look poised to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if the standout guard can continue his record-breaking performances as Kentucky gears up for the next big showdown.
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