Noah Williamson Shines with 32 Points in Bucknell's Victory!
- The Bucknell Bison have a 2-0 season record and recently achieved a 75-69 victory in overtime against Southern Indiana.
- Noah Williamson played a pivotal role in the last game, scoring 32 points.
- This upcoming game pits Bucknell against the No. 23 ranked Kentucky Wildcats for the first time this season.
On Saturday, November 8, 2024, the Bucknell Bison will face the No. 23 Kentucky Wildcats in Lexington, Kentucky, at 4 p.m. EST. Bucknell enters this matchup with a record of 2-0, coming off a hard-fought 75-69 overtime victory against the Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles, where Noah Williamson delivered an impressive 32-point performance. Meanwhile, Kentucky, with an overall record of 23-10 last season, had a successful home record of 14-4. Historically, the Wildcats have averaged 89.0 points per game, showcasing their offensive strength with significant contributions from points in the paint and on fast breaks. Bucknell's recent season showed them struggling with an 11-9 record in Patriot League play, and the team has focused on improving their defense after allowing 67.2 points per game last season. This matchup marks the first meeting of the season between the Bison and the Wildcats, heightening the anticipation for the game as Bucknell aims to prove themselves against a ranked opponent while Kentucky seeks to maintain their strong home court advantage.