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Doug Gottlieb Compares KU’s Darryn Peterson to NBA Legend

Green Bay head coach and sports radio host Doug Gottlieb had high praise for Kansas basketball’s star freshman Darryn Peterson following the Jayhawks’ decisive 94-51 win over the Phoenix on Monday night inside Allen Fieldhouse.

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Doug Gottlieb Makes Bold Comparison for Kansas’ Darryn Peterson

Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson didn’t just live up to the hype in his season debut; he blew past it. In the Jayhawks’ season-opening win over Green Bay, Peterson put up 21 points in just 22 minutes, and it didn’t take long for the praise to start rolling in.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 4

Kansas HC Bill Self Praises Darryn Peterson After Debut With Jayhawks

Kansas basketball opened the new season with an excellent showing over Green Bay in a whopping 43-point victory. In the contest, freshman star Darryn Peterson scored 21 points in just 22 minutes in his official NCAA debut.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 3

Three Takeaways After No. 19 Kansas Blows Out Green Bay 94-51

Kansas basketball kicked off the 2025-26 campaign with a strong showing against Green Bay. The No. 19-ranked Jayhawks defeated the Phoenix 94-51 in a dominant display, shooting 56.9% from the field and committing only three turnovers.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 3

Kansas Center Flory Bidunga Puts Concerns to Bed With Strong Performance

Kansas center Flory Bidunga was not encouraging at all during the Jayhawks' exhibition slate. He had a decent 14-point outing against Louisville but struggled significantly against Division II opponent Fort Hays State.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 3

Kansas vs Green Bay Basketball Betting: Jayhawks Enter as Huge Favorites

While Kansas basketball has a tough road matchup at North Carolina looming this weekend, the Jayhawks will open the 2025-26 campaign with a home game against Green Bay.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 3

Three Kansas Basketball Storylines to Watch Ahead of Green Bay Game

With the Kansas basketball season opener just a few hours away, Jayhawk fans are collectively excited to see what the 2025–26 campaign will bring. Bill

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 3

Darryn Peterson Cramping Injury: Will Kansas Star Play vs Green Bay?

In Darryn Peterson's unofficial debut with the Kansas basketball program, he posted 26 points against the No. 11 Louisville Cardinals in a dominant offensive showing.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 3

How to Watch Kansas and Green Bay Face Off in Season Opener

No. 19 Kansas is set to host Green Bay to kick off the 2025-26 college basketball campaign on Monday evening. The Jayhawks are coming off their third consecutive first-weekend exit in March Madness and underwent a complete roster overhaul this offseason.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

Three Kansas Basketball Players With the Most To Prove Against Green Bay

Kansas basketball's season opener against Green Bay is certainly an important game, but it will merely serve as a tune-up for Friday's contest at North Carolina.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

Darryn Peterson’s College Debut: What To Expect From Kansas’ Star Freshman

Darryn Peterson, along with most players on the 2025-26 Kansas basketball team, will officially make their KU debuts tomorrow. The Jayhawks will host Green Bay at Allen Fieldhouse for the first regular season game of the year.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

Tyran Stokes Down to Three Schools: Does Kansas Have a Chance?

The Kansas basketball program is gearing up to tip off the 2025-26 campaign on Monday, but it received some encouraging news on the recruiting trail in the meantime.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

One Kansas Basketball Newcomer That Hasn't Been Encouraging So Far

The Kansas basketball program made three additions from the transfer portal this offseason in what was a complete retooling of the Jayhawks' roster by Bill Self.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 2

Kansas Football Offers Younger Brother of Promising Jayhawk QB

The Kansas football program hosted several highly touted visitors on campus during the Jayhawks' 38-21 victory over Oklahoma State. It was the second-to-last home game of the season for KU, meaning it was one of the final opportunities for Lance Leipold and his coaching staff to bring in future recruits for an official gameday visit.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / November 1

Notable Quotes From Bill Self Ahead of Kansas Basketball Season Opener

No. 19 Kansas is just two days away from tipping off the 2025-26 college basketball campaign with a home matchup against Green Bay. Head coach Bill Self met with the media on Friday afternoon after practice to talk about his team's first contest of the season, and he provided some insight as to where he believes his team stands right now.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 31

Kansas Basketball Program Expected To Be Featured in NBA 2K26

Kansas football fans have already been able to play with the Jayhawks in a video game since last July when EA Sports College Football 25 released. However, the Jayhawk faithful may also be able to play with the basketball team in a downloadable content package of college basketball in NBA 2K26.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / October 27

Top Kansas Football Recruit JJ Dunnigan Decommits From Jayhawks

In a surprise move, in-state defensive back JJ Dunnigan has announced he is de-committing from the Kansas Jayhawks football program. This comes two days after Kansas was blown out by Kansas State on Saturday in the Sunflower Showdown, KU’s 17th-straight loss in the series.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25

Avery Johnson leads K-State to 17th straight win over Kansas

Avery Johnson leads Kansas State to 17th straight win over Kansas in dominant fashion

Avery Johnson threw for 231 yards and two touchdowns, as Kansas State defeated Kansas.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / New Baseball Media / October 24

2025 Fall College Baseball Reset: Kansas

Last year was a great one for the Kansas Jayhawks baseball program, even though the program didn’t pick up a win in the Regionals. Kansas won 43 games, a significant improvement after a 31-win campaign in 2024.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / October 19

Kansas is Favored in Sunflower Showdown for First Time in 16 Years

In the upcoming Sunflower Showdown matchup between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Kansas State Wildcats, the Jayhawks are currently favored by 3.5 points, a mark worth noting because it would be the first time Kansas has entered the rivalry as the betting favorite since 2009.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / October 6