In a pivotal matchup against SEC rival Vanderbilt, Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope lauded senior forward Andrew Carr for his exceptional performance, highlighting his return to form after battling a back injury.
Carr, who had been sidelined for over a month due to the injury, made a significant impact in the Wildcats’ 82-61 victory. He scored 11 points on 5-of-8 shooting, including a 1-of-3 mark from beyond the arc, and contributed two rebounds, an assist, a block, and a steal in 21 minutes of play.
Coach Pope expressed his satisfaction with Carr’s performance, stating, “I thought he looked brilliant. For the first time, he looked like his attacking self… we all know this Andrew Carr.”
This game marked Carr’s first start since January 18, when he last played against Alabama. His return to the starting lineup was a welcome development for the Wildcats, who have been navigating a series of injuries throughout the season. Carr’s performance against Vanderbilt is expected to bolster the team’s prospects as they approach the NCAA Tournament.
For a detailed recap of the game and Coach Pope’s insights, you can watch the post-game interview below:
videoMark Pope recaps Kentucky’s 82-61 win over Vanderbilt
