No. 14 Kansas Looks to Regain Form Against Arizona State

Jayhawks have dropped 3 of their last 5 games ahead of Big 12 clash with Sun Devils

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks are looking to regain their form as they head into a Big 12 matchup against the Arizona State Sun Devils. The Jayhawks have dropped 3 of their last 5 games, including a blowout loss to No. 2 Arizona, and are tied for fourth place in the tough Big 12 conference. They'll need to get back on track to secure a top-4 finish and a double-bye for the upcoming Big 12 tournament.

Why it matters

Kansas is still in the running for a top-4 finish in the Big 12, which would earn them a double-bye for the conference tournament. However, their recent struggles have raised questions about their ability to make a deep NCAA Tournament run. This game against Arizona State is an important opportunity for the Jayhawks to regain their form and build momentum heading into the postseason.

The details

In their recent 84-61 loss to Arizona, the Jayhawks were dominated on the boards and had poor shot selection. Freshman Darryn Peterson led Kansas with 24 points but shot just 8-of-21 from the field. The Jayhawks have also suffered blowout losses to Iowa State and Cincinnati in recent weeks. Arizona State, meanwhile, has won 3 of its last 5 games and is led by leading scorer Maurice Odum, who is averaging 17.1 points per game.

  • The Jayhawks' next two games, including this one against Arizona State, are 'very important' as they look to secure a double-bye for the Big 12 tournament.
  • Kansas will finish the regular season on Saturday against Kansas State.

The players

Darryn Peterson

A freshman who leads Kansas in scoring (19.7 ppg) and 3-pointers (50) despite playing in just 18 games.

Flory Bidunga

Leads the Big 12 in field-goal percentage (64.8%) and blocked shots (77), and ranks 5th in rebounding (9.0 rpg).

Maurice Odum

Arizona State's leading scorer, averaging 17.1 points per game and making 3+ 3-pointers in 10 straight games.

Bobby Hurley

Arizona State's 11th-year head coach, whose future with the program is uncertain after the Sun Devils have finished below .500 in 4 of the previous 5 seasons.

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