Kansas Looks to Bounce Back Against Oklahoma State

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The Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team is looking to rebound after a tough loss to Iowa State as they head to Stillwater to take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys. The Jayhawks, currently fourth in the Big 12 standings, will be looking to get their offense back on track against an Oklahoma State defense that has struggled this season.

Why it matters

This game is an important one for Kansas as they try to keep pace in the competitive Big 12 conference. A win over Oklahoma State could help them regain momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. For Oklahoma State, this is a chance to pull off an upset and potentially improve their own conference standing.

The details

Kansas is coming off a poor offensive performance against Iowa State, shooting just 37.3% from the field and turning the ball over 10 times in the first half. However, the Jayhawks should have an easier time against an Oklahoma State defense that ranks outside the top 100 nationally in defensive rating. Freshman guard Darryn Peterson, who had a quiet game against Iowa State, will be looking to bounce back with a big performance against the Cowboys.

• The game will take place on Wednesday, February 17, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The Jayhawks will look to build on this game as they continue their push for a high seed in the Big 12 tournament.