Arizona State Honors Trio of Seniors in Home Finale vs. Kansas

The Sun Devils pulled off another major upset at home, but the game was marred by a controversial ejection of Kansas head coach Bill Self.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Arizona State Sun Devils earned their third major Tuesday night victory out of the last four tries, this time wrapping up the regular season home slate against the #14 Kansas Jayhawks. The game was a physical one from the start, with multiple key events happening in the first half that carried over into the second. Arizona State honored three senior players - Moe Odum, Anthony "Pig" Johnson, and Allen Mukeba - in an emotional ceremony before the game. Kansas head coach Bill Self was ejected in the first half after picking up a double technical, and the Sun Devils took advantage to build a big lead by halftime. However, Kansas made a strong push in the second half, cutting the deficit to just two points late in the game before Arizona State pulled away again for the victory.

Why it matters

This game highlighted the emotional farewell for Arizona State's trio of senior players, who have helped the team exceed expectations this season. The ejection of legendary Kansas coach Bill Self also added drama and controversy to the matchup. The win was another major upset for the Sun Devils, who have proven to be a tough out at home this year.

The details

In the first half, Kansas head coach Bill Self was ejected after picking up a double technical foul while arguing an offensive foul call. This allowed Arizona State's Moe Odum to knock down three free throws, giving the Sun Devils a 10-point lead that they expanded to 20 by halftime. In the second half, Kansas made a strong push, cutting the deficit to just two points late in the game. However, a quick 5-0 run by Anthony "Pig" Johnson put Arizona State back up by seven, and they held on for the victory.

  • Arizona State honored three senior players - Moe Odum, Anthony "Pig" Johnson, and Allen Mukeba - in a pregame ceremony.
  • Kansas head coach Bill Self was ejected with just over six minutes remaining in the first half after picking up a double technical foul.
  • Kansas made a strong push in the second half, cutting Arizona State's lead to just two points late in the game.

The players

Moe Odum

A senior guard for the Arizona State Sun Devils who was honored in a pregame ceremony for his final home game.

Anthony "Pig" Johnson

A senior forward for the Arizona State Sun Devils who was honored in a pregame ceremony for his final home game.

Allen Mukeba

A senior forward for the Arizona State Sun Devils who was honored in a pregame ceremony for his final home game, but left the game with an injury after a flagrant foul.

Bill Self

The head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks, who was ejected from the game in the first half after picking up a double technical foul.

Jacque Vaughn

The de-facto head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks after Bill Self was ejected, and was also handed a technical foul late in the first half.

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What they’re saying

“Maybe Bill Self just wanted to show Darryn Peterson what it feels like to have a big part of the team leave early.”

— Soren Petro (Twitter)

“This night could not get weirder. Elmarko Jackson with a HARD foul on Allen Mukeba as he tried for a dunk in transition, then, in the fracas afterward, Tre White and ... #Kubball assistant Tony Bland got into it? Review pending.”

— Ben Hooke (Twitter)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the emotional farewell for Arizona State's trio of senior players, who have helped the team exceed expectations this season. The ejection of legendary Kansas coach Bill Self also added drama and controversy to the matchup. The win was another major upset for the Sun Devils, who have proven to be a tough out at home this year.