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Kentucky's bench struggles in loss to Auburn

Kentucky's reserves were outscored by Auburn's bench, contributing to a heartbreaking 75-74 loss that marked the Wildcats' third consecutive defeat under Mark Pope.

Mouhamed Dioubate scored Kentucky's only bench points via two free throws as reserves finished with eight points and six fouls. Auburn rallied from a halftime deficit to secure the 75-74 victory.

The loss is Kentucky's first three-game skid under Mark Pope and snaps Auburn's five-game losing streak.