Ohio had a two-point lead with less than three minutes to play was unable to hold on as Kentucky posted a 71-63 win at U.S. Bank Arena Friday night. The 18th-ranked Wildcats (9-3) were led by Joe Crawford's 23 points. Ramel Bradley had 18 off the bench. The Bobcats (6-2) were led by Mychal Green's 16 points, all coming in the first half. Leon Williams recorded a double-double with 11 points and 10 boards. Ohio begins MAC Wednesday night as it plays host to Western Michigan.