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Kansas Quietly Gains Momentum as Big 12 Standings Shake Up

The Kansas Jayhawks are quietly gaining traction as the Big 12 standings shake up. After some realignment in the conference standings following Saturday’s slate, Kansas is trending in the right direction.

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Notable Quotes From Bill Self Following Kansas’ Win Over Baylor

Kansas defeated Baylor 80-62 on Friday to improve to 3-2 in conference play. After the game, head coach Bill Self spoke to the media and offered some thoughtful responses.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 17

Kansas Legend Makes Bold Proclamation About Darryn Peterson

It was not always evident while he battled a lingering cramping issue, but over the past few games, Darryn Peterson's talent has been undeniable. The star freshman was excellent in limited action on Friday night against Baylor, scoring 26 points in just 23 minutes on an absurdly efficient 11-for-13 shooting performance.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 17

Why Kansas Fans Shouldn’t Buy Into the New-Look Jayhawks Just Yet

This week marked arguably the most impressive stretch of the season for Kansas basketball. The Jayhawks played fantastically as a group, pulling off home wins against No.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 16

Kansas’ Flory Bidunga Flashes Ceiling in Dunking Clinic vs Baylor

Flory Bidunga may not be capable of scoring outside of the paint, but he is often as good as it gets within five feet of the basket. He showed exactly why during Kansas' 80-62 victory over Baylor in Allen Fieldhouse on Friday evening.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 16

Three Observations From Kansas Basketball’s Dominant Win Over Baylor

Three days after drubbing Iowa State by 21 points in Allen Fieldhouse, the Kansas Jayhawks returned to the hardwood and did not miss a beat. KU defeated Baylor 80-62 in front of a packed crowd thanks to a dominant start and a near-flawless second half.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 15

Kansas Basketball Duo Featured in Recent NBA Mock Draft by ESPN

The 2025-26 Kansas basketball roster does not feature as much NBA-level talent as it has in some years, but the Jayhawks do have a freshman phenom and eventual one-and-done in Darryn Peterson.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 15

ESPN Matchup Predictor Forecasts Kansas vs Baylor Basketball Matchup

Kansas and Baylor are one day away from tipping off each other's fifth conference game of the season. The contest will be played inside Allen Fieldhouse, not long after Tuesday's emphatic blowout win over previously undefeated and second-ranked Iowa State.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 15

Advanced Metrics Are Encouraging for This Kansas Basketball Freshman

Through the first half of his redshirt freshman season, the results have not always been there for Bryson Tiller. The Overtime Elite product still lacks some of the coordination it takes to be a star player at the college level.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 14

Could Kansas Seal Tyran Stokes’ Recruitment With Future Visit?

Last week, a bombshell report arose stating that the Kansas basketball program is now the favorite to land the No. 1 player in the Class of 2026, Tyran Stokes.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 14

Bill Self Highlights Biggest Moment of Kansas vs Iowa State Matchup

Going into Tuesday's matchup between Kansas and Iowa State, there were several glaring weaknesses the Jayhawks needed to fix. While rebounding and a few other areas remained a concern, one aspect where KU clearly excelled against the Cyclones was its hustle.

Kansas Jayhawks News / ESPN / January 14

'Aggressive' Kansas hands No. 2 Iowa St. 1st loss

Rare underdogs on their home floor, and having lost two of the past three games, the Kansas Jayhawks bounced back on Tuesday night, sending the second-ranked Iowa Cyclones to their first loss of the season, 84-63, at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 14

Kansas saves season by handing No. 2 Iowa State first loss

The No. 2 Iowa State Cyclones (16-1, 3-1 Big 12) are undefeated no more, and Kansas may have just saved its season by handing the Cyclones their first loss of the season.

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Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 13

Bill Self and Kansas Can Revive A Seemingly Lost Season vs Iowa State

For the most part, Kansas basketball fans can collectively agree that the 2025-26 campaign has been an overwhelming disappointment. Between Darryn Peterson's never-ending injury saga and a grueling start to conference play, KU now sits at 11-5 with its toughest stretch of games still ahead.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 13

Lance Leipold and Kansas Land a Potential WR3 Transfer in Nahzae Cox

Lance Leipold and his coaching staff have been tasked with replacing a significant amount of offensive talent now that Jalon Daniels, Emmanuel Henderson Jr., and KU's top two rushers have graduated.

Corey Gordon News / Heartland College Sports / January 12

Kansas Just Secured a Nice Pickup in the Transfer Portal

Kansas just picked up a huge piece in the secondary with the commitment of Louisville transfer Corey Gordon. He’s heading into his final year of eligibility and brings exactly what this defense needs: experience, production, and a steady hand on the back end.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 12

Kansas Football Caps Off Active Week in Transfer Portal

The Kansas football coaching staff made their presence felt on the recruiting trail this past week during the first week of the open transfer portal window in college football.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 11

The Most Concerning Aspect Of Kansas Basketball's Recent Struggles

Ever since Kansas basketball began conference play, the Jayhawks have looked like a completely different team, and for all the wrong reasons. They have lost two of their first three Big 12 games, both of which came on the road against UCF and West Virginia.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / January 11

Kansas Offers Two More Illinois High School Recruits: What It Means

Lance Leipold hasn't taken his foot off the gas in terms of recruiting the state of Illinois. Leipold and his staff offered three-star defensive lineman David Hill out of Homewood-Flossmoor High School on Thursday, and on Friday, Leipold and his staff offered running back TJ Hill (Bolingbrook) and defensive back Darrell Mattison (Morgan Park).

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / January 10

West Virginia Basketball Just Upset Kansas in Morgantown

Well, Kansas should make a petition to never return to Morgantown ever again after this one. On Saturday, the Jayhawks traveled to WVU Coliseum with a semi-healthy Darryn Peterson, and left to the tune of an 86-75 loss at the hands of Ross Hodge’s crew.

Dean Miller News / Heartland College Sports / January 10

Kansas’ Defense Just Lost One of Its Best Players

Kansas edge rusher Dean Miller is hitting the portal, and it’s a real loss for the Jayhawks’ defense. He’s been one of the more reliable pieces in that front seven the last couple years, and while this move isn’t totally unexpected, it still stings.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 10