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No. 14 Kansas used lockdown defense and efficient free-throw shooting to beat Houston 69-56, with Tre White leading the way with 23 points. The Jayhawks closed the first half on an 11-0 run, limited Houston to 31.8% shooting and 20.8% from 3, and went 18-for-20 at the line to seal the win as they prepare to face No. 2 Arizona.
KU freshman Darryn Peterson played 30 minutes and scored 14 points in a 69-56 win over No. 5 Houston, weathering a brief thigh cramp before returning; Self praised his on-ball defense and the step forward, noting the electric environment and a key second-half 3 that helped stretch KU’s lead.
Tre White scored a season-high 23 points to lift No. 14 Kansas to a 69-56 win over No. 5 Houston at Allen Fieldhouse, snapping Houston’s run of top-15 opponents. Kansas improves to 21-7 (11-4 Big 12), while Houston drops to 23-5 (11-4). Darryn Peterson added 14 points and Bryson Tiller 11, but the Cougars couldn’t overcome Kansas’s balanced attack.
No. 8 Kansas hosts No. 2 Houston in a defense-first clash likely to stay under 138.5; the top bet is Under 138.5 (-110), with Houston favored around -2.5 on the spread and a Houston moneyline bet, plus a same-game parlay focused on Flory Bidunga rebounds and Kingston Flemings' boards.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson, viewed as a top NBA draft prospect, has missed 11 of 27 games this season due to a hamstring issue, cramps, and illness, even benching himself in a recent game. Bill Self says late-season availability is crucial for NCAA Tournament success, while Peterson maintains he would have played every game and plans to give his all in March, as he sits near 20 PPG with solid shooting and notable minutes compared to his draft peers.
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson discusses his injury-related absences in a candid interview, saying basketball is his life and he would have played every game if possible, as he navigates a season disrupted by injuries and maintains his status as a top NBA prospect.
Darryn Peterson, projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, has missed 11 of Kansas' 27 games due to hamstring, ankle and cramps injuries and pushes back on the narrative that he's choosing to sit out, saying basketball is his life. He sparked attention after benching himself for 18 minutes in a win at Oklahoma State; coach Bill Self cautioned that availability matters for NCAA tournament success. Peterson traces his work ethic to his Canton, Ohio upbringing and emphasized he would be on the floor if possible, with the goal of being healthy for the NCAA tournament. Only Kenyon Martin and Kyrie Irving have been drafted No. 1 after missing more than 10 college games.
Unranked Cincinnati upset No. 8 Kansas 84-68 in Lawrence, marking the Jayhawks’ largest home loss under Bill Self. The Bearcats pulled away in the second half with 28 points from Moustapha Thiam and four triples from Jalen Celestine, earning a road win over a top-10 opponent for the first time since 1990 while Ian Eagle and Bill Raftery provided a lively broadcast.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson left a game with cramps after three minutes into the second half but still scored 23 in 18 minutes against Oklahoma State, fueling ongoing speculation about his health and top‑pick draft status; KU and coach Bill Self, along with AD Travis Goff, express support while the true extent of his cramps remains a talking point ahead of March and the NBA Draft.
In Kansas' 81-69 victory over Oklahoma State, Bill Self called Darryn Peterson's limited second-half due to cramps 'disappointing' after he scored 23 points in 18 minutes. Peterson has missed 11 games this season with cramps, hamstring and ankle injuries, and Self said the team has learned to play without him while considering how his durability could affect NCAA tournament readiness.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson scored 23 in 18 minutes before cramping and subbing himself out, fueling renewed debate over load management and NIL-era pay for top college players as Kansas won without him.
Darryn Peterson scored 23 points in 19 minutes before cramping sidelined him for the final 17:22 of Kansas’ 81-69 win against Oklahoma State. Coach Bill Self called the cramps a concern with the NCAA Tournament four weeks away, noting Peterson’s injury-plagued season and KU’s 9-2 mark without him.
Kansas coach Bill Self expressed growing frustration with freshman Darryn Peterson’s recurring cramps and early exits, noting he only played 18 minutes but still dropped 23 points in an 81-69 win at Oklahoma State. Peterson, averaging around 20 points per game, has missed time with injuries and load-management concerns, raising worries about his availability for the NCAA Tournament even after Kansas’ win over Arizona without him. Self warned that a single bout like this can derail a season, underscoring the need for Peterson to stay healthy for postseason play.
Momcilovic's fadeaway 3 late in the second half capped a 20-2 run as No. 5 Iowa State defeated No. 9 Kansas 74-56 at Hilton Coliseum. Momcilovic scored 18 points, Lipsey added two 3s, and Batemon contributed 11 off the bench as ISU forced 10 Kansas turnovers in the first half. Dominykas Pleta's early offensive rebound helped set the tone. Iowa State improves to 22-3, 9-3 Big 12; Kansas drops to 19-6, 9-3. The Cyclones host Houston next.
A Big Monday preview of No. 1 Arizona vs. No. 11 Kansas: Kansas rides a seven-game win streak and the comfort of home court as they host the top Wildcats. The piece leans toward Kansas to win and cites a Kansas moneyline bet as the best play (around +125) and a same-game parlay involving Darryn Peterson and Tre White, while detailing odds such as a spread near Arizona -1.5 / Kansas +1.5, moneylines around Arizona -130 / Kansas +110, and an Over/Under near 153. It also notes Kansas’ strong Big Monday track record (38-0 under Bill Self) and highlights key players and strategic angles for bettors.