No. 8 Kansas Looks to Bounce Back Against Oklahoma State

Jayhawks aim to end Cowboys' three-game losing streak in Stillwater

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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No. 8 Kansas looks to get back on track after a loss at Iowa State when they face Oklahoma State on the road on Wednesday night. The Cowboys have lost three straight games and will try to end that skid against the visiting Jayhawks.

Why it matters

This Big 12 matchup is important for both teams as they jockey for position in the conference standings. Kansas is trying to keep pace with the league leaders, while Oklahoma State is hoping to turn things around at home and pick up a signature win.

The details

Kansas is led by sophomore center Flory Bidunga, who is having a standout season and is one of the top defensive players in the country. The Jayhawks will also rely on the scoring of freshman guard Darryn Peterson and senior guard Melvin Council Jr. Oklahoma State is paced by senior guard Anthony Roy, who averages a team-high 17.6 points per game.

  • Kansas had its eight-game winning streak snapped with a loss at Iowa State on Saturday.
  • Oklahoma State is looking to end a three-game losing streak after its overtime loss against TCU on Feb. 14.

The players

Flory Bidunga

Sophomore center for Kansas who leads the Big 12 in blocked shots and field goal percentage.

Darryn Peterson

Freshman guard for Kansas who leads the team in scoring at 19.8 points per game.

Melvin Council Jr.

Senior guard for Kansas who is averaging 15.4 points per game in Big 12 play.

Anthony Roy

Senior guard for Oklahoma State who leads the team in scoring at 17.6 points per game.

Steve Lutz

Head coach of Oklahoma State in his second season.

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What they’re saying

“Speed. The two guards, No. 0 and No. 1, Clary and Curry, they're good, and they're fast. Their other players are quick and athletic, but I'd say the biggest thing that stands out is their speed and their ability to make plays when nothing's there; they're really good at getting downhill.”

— Bill Self, Kansas Head Coach (on3.com)

What’s next

The winner of this game will take a step forward in the Big 12 standings, while the loser will need to regroup and try to bounce back in their next contest.

The takeaway

This matchup between two talented Big 12 teams should provide an exciting game as Kansas looks to get back on track and Oklahoma State tries to end its recent skid. The outcome could have significant implications for both teams' postseason aspirations.