Kentucky basketball win, Vanderbilt Commodores: Three takeaways

Kentucky basketball dominates Vanderbilt with a 109-77 victory. Kentucky's Antonio Reeves and Rob Dillingham led the scoring with a 3-point barrage.

Kentucky had a big win over Vanderbilt on Tuesday night, with a 109-77 victory at Memorial Gym. The Wildcats came into the game on a two-game losing streak, but they were able to turn things around with a dominating performance against the Commodores.

The Cats were on fire from the start, making 10 of their first 12 3-point shots. Rob Dillingham and Antonio Reeves led the charge, with Reeves going 6-for-9 from beyond the arc and scoring 24 points. Dillingham also had a strong game, finishing with 20 points.

In addition to the usual stars, some lesser-known players made big contributions. Justin Edwards had a career-high 17 points, while Zvonimir "Big Z" Ivisic and Jordan Burks also had standout performances.

The win was much-needed for Kentucky, as they had been struggling in their previous games. The team was desperate for a confidence boost, and they got just that with the victory over Vanderbilt.

The game was not without its drama, with both coaches getting involved in the action. John Calipari was animated on the sidelines, coaching his team and occasionally taking issue with the officials. Vanderbilt coach Jerry Stackhouse also got involved, drawing a technical foul with 7:40 remaining in the game.

The traffic getting to the game was also a challenge, with Kentucky fans turning out in full force to support their team. Despite the traffic and the challenges, the Wildcats were able to come out on top with a big win.

Overall, it was a strong performance for Kentucky, and a much-needed victory for the team. They'll look to build on this momentum as they continue their season.