NASHVILLE, Tenn. (Interstat) — Kentucky held off LSU 87-82 in a Southeastern Conference men’s basketball game Wednesday at Bridgestone Arena.

The Wildcats led 46-43 at halftime and maintained a narrow advantage throughout the second half. Otega Oweh led Kentucky with 23 points and eight rebounds, while Brandon Garrison added 17 points and two blocks. Max Mackinnon scored a game-high 28 points for LSU, and Michael Nwoko contributed 16 points and 12 rebounds.

Kentucky improved to 20-12 overall. LSU fell to 15-17. The Wildcats overcame a 33-point performance from LSU’s Mackinnon to secure the victory and advance.