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Kansas Reaches Season-High Mark in AP Poll Following Big Week

The AP Top 25 has been quite unkind to Kansas this season. The Jayhawks opened the year at No. 19 and yet, within three weeks, were unranked in November for the first time in 20 years.

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Kansas’ Darryn Peterson Has Perfect Bounce-Back Opportunity vs Arizona

Darryn Peterson's biggest national showcase came last Saturday against BYU in a 90-82 victory, where he flashed the talent that makes him such a coveted NBA Draft prospect.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 9

ESPN Matchup Predictor Forecasts Kansas vs Arizona Basketball Matchup

No. 11 Kansas and No. 1 Arizona will tip off tonight in Allen Fieldhouse as both teams look to secure a marquee victory. Bill Self's group is playing its best basketball of the season, entering the matchup on a seven-game winning streak, while Arizona has yet to lose all year, riding a 23-game winning streak of its own.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 9

Preview: No. 11 Kansas vs No. 1 Arizona in Big 12 Showdown

Kansas is set to host top-ranked Arizona on Monday evening for one of the biggest games in recent Allen Fieldhouse history. An undefeated Wildcats squad will look to keep its winning ways alive as the Jayhawks battle for a share of the conference title.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 8

Where Kansas Basketball Ranks in KenPom After Big Win vs Utah

Kansas continued its hot stretch on Saturday, rolling to its seventh consecutive victory with a comfortable home win over Utah. Although the Utes stayed in it early in the second half, KU pulled away down the stretch without ever allowing Utah to seriously threaten.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 8

Kansas Listed as Rare Home Underdog in Showdown With No. 1 Arizona

The highly anticipated Big Monday showdown between No. 11 Kansas and No. 1 Arizona is just one day away from tipping off. KU is looking to hand the Wildcats their first loss of the season as Allen Fieldhouse gears up for one of the biggest regular-season games in recent history.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 7

What HC Bill Self Said After Kansas’ 71-59 Win Over Utah

No. 11 Kansas earned a 71-59 home victory over Utah on Saturday, pushing its winning streak to seven games. Flory Bidunga headlined the contest with a career-high seven blocks, helping the Jayhawks take control with a strong second half.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 7

Three Instant Observations From Kansas’ Smooth Victory Over Utah

No. 11 Kansas continued its winning ways on Saturday, defeating Utah 71-59 in a comfortable, albeit ugly, win. The Jayhawks improved to 18-5 on the year and 8-2 in Big 12 play.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 7

Kansas Center Flory Bidunga Listed to Prestigious Award Watch List

Flory Bidunga has been one of the most consistent players for Kansas basketball this season. The 6-foot-9 big man returned to KU this offseason after a brief entry into the transfer portal and has shown he was absolutely worth keeping.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 7

Kansas Leaps Into Top 10 in Pair of Latest CBB Power Rankings

Despite a discouraging start to conference play, Bill Self and the Kansas Jayhawks have completely turned the tide of the 2025-26 campaign. They boast

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 6

How Kansas Can Claim a Share of the Big 12 Regular Season Title

Prior to this season, the past few years had not been kind to Bill Self and the Kansas basketball program. The Jayhawks finished a combined 21-17 in conference play across 2024 and 2025 but look poised for a much better outcome this campaign.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 6

Kansas vs Utah Point Spread Favors Jayhawks By Massive Margin

Kansas picked up its second straight win over a ranked opponent on Monday, winning 64-61 at No. 13 Texas Tech, thanks to a pair of late 3-pointers by star freshman Darryn Peterson.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / February 5

Where Every Kansas Football Transfer Portal Departure Ended Up

The Kansas football roster experienced significant turnover after its second straight 5-7 season in 2025 under coach Lance Leipold. As 25 players entered the portal, the Jayhawks brought in 31 transfers to replenish the roster.

Big 12 Basketball Power Shift: Kansas Rising, Arizona Chasing History

Welcome to Tuesday Takes, where I give you four takes from the Big 12. It was a jam-packed week full of exciting news, but there were several things that caught my attention over the last few days.

College Basketball News / College Sports Only / February 3

Kansas' Freshman Phenom Gets Last Laugh On Texas Tech Students

Kansas' star freshman guard and projected 1st overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft Darryn Peterson made the Texas Tech student section eat its words on Monday night.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 3

Darryn Peterson catches fire late to lift Kansas over Texas Tech

Darryn Peterson catches fire late to lift No. 11 Kansas over No. 13 Texas Tech

Kansas freshman guard Darryn Peterson justified the hype on Monday.

Peterson shows pros, cons in battle of top 2026 NBA Draft prospects

Miami (Ohio) continues dream season, remains one of two unbeaten men's teams

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 men's basketball poll

Five takeaways from AP Top 25 women's basketball poll

The 'Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball coaches' quiz

Kansas Jayhawks News / EasySportz / January 31

Kansas Controls the Tempo in 90–82 Win Over BYU at Allen Fieldhouse

From the opening tip, it was clear Saturday afternoon belonged to the Kansas Jayhawks. Behind a blistering first half from Darryn Peterson, elite three-point shooting, and disciplined defensive execution, Kansas cruised past the BYU Cougars 90–82 at Allen Fieldhouse, controlling the game virtually wire to wire.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 31

Darryn Peterson shows pros, cons in battle of top NBA Draft prospects

Darryn Peterson shows pros, cons in battle of top 2026 NBA Draft prospects

It was a tale of two halves for star freshman Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson in Saturday's 90-82 win over the BYU Cougars.

Overlooked Texas A&M remains atop conference with blowout road win

Depth of Big 12 on display in UCF's win over No. 11 Texas Tech

Miami (Ohio) remains one of two unbeaten men's teams

No. 2 UConn slams Creighton, extends winning streak to 17

Michigan's Dusty May soaks in savage boos like a boss

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / January 31

What We Learned from Kansas’ 90-82 Win Over BYU

Kansas played BYU on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse on a day where ESPN’s College GameDay was on the scene to start the day. The Jayhawks entered with a 15-5 record and a 5-2 mark in Big 12 play, while BYU was 17-3, and an identical 5-2 league mark.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / January 31

College GameDay Seems to Know Who Will Win BYU vs. Kansas

Well, ESPN’s College GameDay gave their picks for the massive Saturday matchup between BYU and Kansas, and it looks like fans in Lawrence are going to like this one.

NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / January 30

An Evaluation of Darryn Peterson's Ambitious NBA Comparisons

This year, Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson has taken the NBA Draft space by storm. While the 19-year-old has been on the scouting radar for years, few expected him to make the college game look quite this effortless so early in his freshman campaign.

Kansas Jayhawks News / EasySportz / January 30

BYU vs. Kansas — Big 12 Heavyweight Clash in Lawrence

BYU Cougars at Kansas Jayhawks Saturday, Jan. 31 | 4:30 PM ET | Allen Fieldhouse (Lawrence, KS) | ESPN A national stage, a historic venue, and two of the Big 12’s most dangerous teams collide Saturday afternoon as BYU travels to Allen Fieldhouse to face Kansas.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Athlon Sports / January 24

Kansas Dealt Bad Darryn Peterson Development on Saturday

The Kansas Jayhawks look to build on a three-game winning streak as they get deeper into conference play. They are 14-5 overall this season and 4-2 in the Big 12.

Bill Self News / Larry Brown Sports / January 22