Kentucky's Thrilling Comeback: Moreno's Buzzer-Beater Secures Victory Over LSU

January 17, 2026
Kentucky's Thrilling Comeback: Moreno's Buzzer-Beater Secures Victory Over LSU
  • A new episode of The Journey by UK Sports Video recaps Kentucky's dramatic 75-74 comeback win over LSU, highlighted by Malachi Moreno's game-winning buzzer-beater on a long inbounds pass from Collin Chandler with 1.4 seconds left.

  • Kentucky had to shuffle its lineup due to injuries and suspensions, with Jaland Lowe out for the season and Jayden Quaintance sidelined, prompting coach Mark Pope to start Andrija Jelavic for the first time this season.

  • The article includes a promotional plug for KSR Plus membership to access bonus content and a fan chat board.

  • The rally is framed as an emotionally significant moment for the Big Blue Nation and is pitched as a must-watch for Kentucky supporters.

  • In the second half, Kentucky received a combined 32 points from guards Otega Oweh and Denzel Aberdeen and shot 8-for-11 from three-point range as a team.

  • The victory lifts Kentucky to 11-6 overall and 2-2 in the SEC, keeping them from dropping into First Four Out territory in CBS Sports Bracketology ahead of a trip to No. 24 Tennessee.

  • LSU jumped out to an 18-3 lead early, while Kentucky managed only two made field goals in the opening 12 minutes, but the Wildcats mounted a comeback in the second half.

  • The seven-minute video offers behind-the-scenes content, including the huddle, locker room moments, and head coach Mark Pope’s final play call that setup Moreno’s game-winner.

  • The win occurred in Baton Rouge and sets up a potential next target against No. 24 Tennessee in Knoxville.

  • Moreno, a freshman center, leaped over Robert Miller III to grab the inbound pass and sunk the decisive jumper, erasing an 18-point LSU lead early in the game.

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