Kentucky Basketball completed its four-game homestand on Friday night when it hosted the Georgia State Panthers. It was a pretty physical game, there was even a scuffle between the players. But believe it or not, that melee was the key point where Kentucky pulled away on a run from Georgia State, which held on for most of the game.

The Wildcats handled the physicality of the Panthers really well. Although Kentucky didn’t shoot well, going 7-for-26 from three-point range on the night, it attacked the basket and the style that Georgia State uses. They had 62 points in the game while Georgia State had 24. Additionally, Kentucky had only 9 turnovers and forced 18 turnovers, scoring 36 points. Kentucky responded and scored in a different way when their shots weren’t falling, winning 105-76.

Let’s take a look at some of the standout players in the win.

Butler really knows how to make an impact in every area of ​​the statistics. He is known for his defensive instincts and has significantly improved his offensive game. Against the Panthers he had 17 points on 7:10 shooting, but 0:3 from distance. He added 6 assists, 4 rebounds and 3 steals. He really has a knack for getting his hands on the ball defensively. As one of the best defensive players in the country, his offensive game continues to develop.

His shot didn’t fall, but it hit other areas of the pitch. He scored a team-high 19 points on 9:14 shooting, 1:5 from three, 2 assists and 3 rebounds. Robinson knows how to get a basket when an area of ​​his game isn’t working on offense. Much like Butler, Robinson knew how to adjust when the game forced him to tonight.

Tasked with a truly physical duel without fellow big man Brandon Garrison, Williams held his own and really responded. He scored 14 points on 4-6 shooting, including a perfect 6-6 from the free throw line. Kentucky as a team went 18-22 on the night. Williams had a physical altercation, was tested and responded. He also had 6 rebounds, 3 assists and a steal.

Kentucky took care of Georgia State’s physicality. After the scuffle, they came together as a team and it showed the camaraderie of the team. That will certainly prepare them for the big road week next week when they travel to Clemson on Tuesday and face Gonzaga in a neutral site game in Seattle on Saturday.