Kentucky guard Zoom Diallo sends heartfelt message after crushing Manhattan

Kentucky guard Zoom Diallo thanked Big Blue Nation for its support Tuesday night after the Wildcats opened their season with an 85-57 victory over Manhattan at Rupp Arena. The junior point guard scored 12 points in his first official game for No. 23 Kentucky , receiving chants of his name from the home crowd during the second half. His response followed a preseason marked by criticism of his play and public support from head coach Mark Pope. Diallo said those cheers lifted his spirits.