No. 11 Kansas hosts Utah after McHenry's 23-point game

Utah Utes take on the Kansas Jayhawks in Big 12 matchup

Feb. 6, 2026 at 4:31am

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The No. 11 Kansas Jayhawks (17-5, 7-2 Big 12) will host the Utah Utes (9-13, 1-8 Big 12) in a Big 12 conference matchup on Saturday afternoon. The game comes after Utah's Don McHenry scored 23 points in the Utes' 71-63 loss to Arizona State.

Why it matters

This game features a ranked Kansas team hosting an underperforming Utah squad in conference play. The Jayhawks are looking to maintain their position in the Big 12 standings, while the Utes are seeking their second conference win of the season.

The details

Kansas ranks fifth in college basketball with 28.1 defensive rebounds per game, led by Flory Bidunga averaging 6.2 rebounds. The Utes have struggled in Big 12 play, going 1-8 against conference opponents. Utah is 6-11 against opponents over .500 this season.

  • The game will tip off on Saturday, February 6, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. EST.

The players

Melvin Council Jr.

The Jayhawks' leading scorer, averaging 13.8 points and 5 assists per game.

Terrence Brown

The Utes' leading scorer, averaging 21.4 points, 4 assists and 1.6 steals per game.

Don McHenry

The Utah player who scored 23 points in the team's last game against Arizona State.

Flory Bidunga

The Kansas player leading the team in defensive rebounds, averaging 6.2 per game.

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What they’re saying

“We must be ready to face a tough Utah team that is hungry for a Big 12 win.”

— Bill Self, Kansas Head Coach

What’s next

The winner of this game will take a step forward in the Big 12 standings, while the loser will fall further behind in the conference race.

The takeaway

This matchup between the ranked Jayhawks and struggling Utes will provide insight into the depth of the Big 12 conference, as Kansas looks to maintain its position near the top of the standings.