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Three Observations From Kansas’ Season-Ending Loss to St. John’s

Kansas' season came to a close on Sunday when Dylan Darling walked the Jayhawks off with a layup that fans will remember for years to come. Bill Self's group was unable to get it done even after a second-half rally all the way back from a 14-point deficit.

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Kansas Beat on Last-Second Buzzer Beater by St. John’s

The Kansas Jayhawks saw their NCAA Tournament run end in the second round on a buzzer-beater by the St. John’s Red Storm. It was Dylan Darling’s drive to the basket with the game tied at 65 that ended KU’s 2025-26 season.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 22

Kansas Basketball's Crumbling Facade: Bill Self Faces Critical Off-Season

Kansas saw it's 2025-26 basketball season come to an end on Sunday, falling in the Second Round of the NCAA Tournament to St. John's, 67-65. The second-half comeback was valiant, but the final result was unfortunately more of the same.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 22

5 Quick Things to Know Before Tuning Into Kansas vs St. John's

The highly anticipated clash between Kansas and St. John's will come to fruition today following each team's victory in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Bill Self News / Heartland College Sports / March 22

How Did Bryson Tiller Respond to Bill Self Benching Him?

The Kansas Jayhawks men’s basketball had a notable storyline emerge during their Big 12 Tournament run, as forward Bryson Tiller was benched for the entire second half of Kansas’ semifinal loss to Houston, a decision that caught many by surprise, including Tiller himself.

College Basketball News / ESPN / March 21

Calderon back with Kansas after father's death

Kansas freshman forward Samis Calderon has rejoined the Jayhawks after the death of his father this week, coach Bill Self said Saturday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 21

What Bill Self Said After Kansas Survived Cal Baptist's Comeback Attempt

Kansas narrowly pulled away from Cal Baptist in the first round of the NCAA Tournament last night to advance to the Round of 32. Bill Self's group had not played in nearly a week after being eliminated in the semifinals of the Big 12 Tournament, but it kept its season alive.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 21

This Kansas Freshman Is the Secret Weapon Bill Self Was Saving for March

Sometimes, the most clever coaches in the world don't show all their cards until it matters most. That may be exactly what Bill Self was doing with true freshman Paul Mbiya before tonight.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 21

Social Media Reacts to Kansas’ Nail-Biting Tournament Win Over Cal Baptist

If you turned off the Kansas vs. Cal Baptist game in the second half before it got close, we wouldn't have blamed you. The Jayhawks led by 20 points with eight minutes to go and appeared to have secured an easy win.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / March 21

Kansas Holds Off Cal Baptist in First Round: Top 3 Takeaways

The Kansas Jayhawks took care of the Cal Baptist Lancers, 68-60, in a NCAA Tournament first-round game in the East Region in San Diego, Calif., on Friday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 21

Three Instant Observations From Kansas’ First-Round Win Over Cal Baptist

Kansas went into Friday night's matchup against the No. 13 seed Cal Baptist hoping to avoid an upset. Although the Lancers threatened late in the second half, Bill Self's group was able to pull out a 68-60 victory and fend off a late comeback attempt.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 20

5 Quick Things to Know Before Tuning Into Kansas vs Cal Baptist

Kansas and Cal Baptist are set to take the court tonight in the Round of 64. They will be preceded by St. John's and Northern Iowa, and the winner of that game will play the following victor on Sunday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 20

What Cal Baptist Coach And Players Said About Kansas Before NCAA Tournament

No. 4 seed Kansas begins the NCAA Tournament Friday against No. 13 seed Cal Baptist at 8:45 p.m. CT at Viejas Arena in San Diego, Calif. The winner advances to the Round of 32, where they'll face either No.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 20

3 Final Thoughts Before Kansas and Cal Baptist Face Off in NCAA Tournament

Kansas and Cal Baptist are set to tip off this evening once St. John's and Northern Iowa finish their first-round matchup. The Jayhawks are hoping to advance past the first round after being eliminated by Arkansas in their opener a year ago.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / March 20

How Kansas’ Darryn Peterson Can Rewrite the Narrative for Himself in March

Since the beginning of the regular season, Kansas guard Darryn Peterson has been harshly criticized by fans and media alike. The cramping issues that have forced him to miss 11 games and many second halves have not been viewed kindly by those who were eager to see him play.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Last Word On Sports / March 20

Cal Baptist vs Kansas: Prediction, Preview, Odds

It’s the Round of 64, and tonight we will see the Cal Baptist Lancers try to pull a major upset over the Kansas Jayhawks at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California.

Kansas Jayhawks News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 20

Darryn Peterson downplays NBA talk amid possible only March Madness

Darryn Peterson fuels NBA Draft intrigue for the 2026 version of March Madness. The Kansas basketball star freshman ranks as the No. 1 NBA prospect in the East Regional.