Mo Dioubate's toughness helped Kentucky come back to beat Tennessee
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Key Points:
- Mo Dioubate, initially sidelined from the starting lineup, played a pivotal role off the bench in Kentucky's 80-78 comeback win over Tennessee, contributing 10 points and a team-high six rebounds.
- Coach Mark Pope praised Dioubate's toughness and emotional impact, highlighting his significant influence beyond the stat sheet in helping Kentucky overcome a 17-point deficit.
- Dioubate emphasized the importance of being a team player and adapting to adversity, focusing on contributing wherever possible to help the team succeed.
- The win marks Kentucky’s fourth straight victory in Knoxville and is seen as a crucial Quad 1A win that could improve their NCAA Tournament standing.
- Kentucky still faces challenges, especially in overcoming early deficits,
