Tag: College Basketball

Kansas defeated Kentucky 89-69 in the Champions Classic, fueled by Tre White’s career-high 30 points and freshman Tyran Stokes’ 23-point, 10-rebound performance. The Jayhawks used decisive first- and second-half runs to remain unbeaten at 3-0 and extend their winning streak over Kentucky to three games. Zoom Diallo led Kentucky with 24 points.

Kansas State defeated Creighton 89-82, improving to 2-1 behind Brandon Rechsteiner’s consecutive 26-point performances. Four Wildcats scored in double figures, while Isaiah Abraham added nine rebounds and Brock Vice six assists. K-State overcame 36 combined turnovers with a decisive 20-5 second-half run, strong three-point shooting, and clutch plays late.

No. 17 Kansas lost to No. 2 Duke 90-84 in their final exhibition game at Allen Fieldhouse. Freshman Tyran Stokes led Kansas with 27 points, while Patric Ngongba topped Duke with 28 points. Both teams exchanged leads throughout the game, but Duke ultimately secured the victory. Kansas will start their regular season on November 2.

Kansas State narrowly lost to Missouri 71-67 in an exhibition game. The Wildcats came back from a 14-point deficit, with key performances by Jaden Schutt, Montana Wheeler, and Brandon Rechsteiner. Missouri's Jason Crowe Jr. led with 21 points. K-State will face Nebraska next in another exhibition opportunity.

No. 11 Louisville edged out No. 17 Kansas 89-83 in an exhibition game at Allen Fieldhouse. Kansas' Tre White led the scoring with 25 points, while Jackson Shelstad topped Louisville with 23. Despite Kansas' strong start and a late surge, Louisville's effective shooting sealed the victory. Kansas faces No. 2 Duke next.

The Kansas Jayhawks roared to an 80-62 triumph over Pittsburg State at Allen Fieldhouse, led by Tre White’s 16 points and Christian Reeves’ double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.

Kansas men's basketball will feature in two ESPN Big Monday games during the 2026-27 season: at Houston on February 1 and hosting Iowa State on March 1. The Jayhawks lead the conference in Big Monday appearances, boasting a strong all-time record and an impressive performance at Allen Fieldhouse.

Kansas men's basketball will face Duke in the Blue Blood Classic on October 25 as part of Homecoming Weekend, marking their second meeting at Allen Fieldhouse. Ticket sales for the exhibition will begin for season holders, donors, and the public in late August. Kansas will also host Pittsburg State and Louisville in October exhibitions.

K-State will play an exhibition game against Nebraska on October 26 in Grand Island, marking their first meeting in this location. This game follows four previous matchups since 2021, with each team winning two. Nebraska recently achieved a historic season, while K-State is preparing for the upcoming season with 19 home games scheduled.

Kansas men's and women's basketball will host exhibition contests as part of the 2026 Late Night in the Phog events at Allen Fieldhouse. The men's team faces Pittsburg State on Oct. 16, and the women's team plays Washburn on Oct. 29. Activities include team introductions, fan engagement, and community donations.

Kansas men's basketball has revealed its 2026-27 non-conference schedule, starting with Fordham on Nov. 2. Highlights include games against Kentucky, UNLV, and Missouri, with a notable matchup against Ohio State at Madison Square Garden. The team aims to maintain its strong competitive reputation, building on last season's success.

Kansas and Villanova will begin a men's basketball home-and-home series in the 2026-27 season, with the first game at Allen Fieldhouse on Nov. 27, 2026. Both teams have met 10 times since 1968, with a tied record of 5-5, including key NCAA Tournament encounters.