Freshman right-hander Dax Whitney struggled in the fourth and the Beavers' bullpen had a rough night in Round Rock, Texas.

Both breaks in the action gave Kentucky basketball an opportunity to talk through what was to come. And what it could do defensively to ensure Alabama suffered through a fruitless possession.

Koby Brea led Kentucky with 20 points, while Andrew Carr contributed 17. Amari Williams had a strong all-around performance ...