Kentucky’s offensive performance against Ole Miss was far from pretty, but there won’t be many complaints about the Wildcats’ efforts on the defensive end. Ole Miss posted one of its worst games on offense of the entire season during a 72-63 loss in Rupp Arena.

Play-by-play action for the Kentucky Wildcats vs. Ole Miss Rebels NCAAM game from January 24, 2026 on ESPN.

Chris Beard and Co. hit the road to Lexington, critical SEC clash against the Wildcats on Saturday morning.

Ole Miss basketball could not pull out a late rally to beat Kentucky. It's the second consecutive loss for Chris Beard and the Rebels

The Kentucky Wildcats had two orders of business today: defeat Ole Miss to extend their winning streak to five games, then get home and ride out the incoming snowstorm safely the rest of the weekend.

Complicating matters, Kentucky was short-handed yet again. Jaland Lowe (shoulder) and Kam Williams (foot) are both likely out for the season, with Williams missing his first game since his injury, while Jayden Quaintance remains sidelined as he works back from knee swelling related to his ACL recovery.