Kansas Faces Off Against Colorado on Tuesday – A College Basketball Showdown
No. 19 Kansas will compete against Colorado in a college basketball showdown on Tuesday, January 20. The game will take place at the CU Events Center, starting at 10 p.m. (Central). Fans can catch the action live on ESPN.
Kansas and Colorado: Current Performance
Kansas enters this game with a record of 13-5, including 3-2 in Big 12 play. They recently secured an 80-62 victory over Baylor on January 16. Conversely, Colorado has struggled lately, now facing a three-game losing streak following a 72-61 defeat against West Virginia on January 17. The Buffaloes boast a home record of 9-2 this season.
Historical Context
Historically, Kansas has a commanding lead in the all-time series against Colorado, with an impressive 126-40 record. In games played in Boulder, Kansas holds a 41-27 record, and they’ve won all three of their previous matchups.
Key Players and Stats
- Darryn Peterson: Leading scorer for Kansas, averaging 22.2 points per game.
- Tre White: Averaging 14.9 points and 7.1 rebounds per game, with four double-doubles this season.
- Flory Bidunga: Unique player in NCAA Division I, averaging over 14.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game. Recently shooting 77.2% from the field.
- Melvin Council Jr.: Key contributor with 13.2 points and 88 assists, boasting a solid 3.4 assist-to-turnover ratio.
- Bryson Tiller: Contributing 8.1 points and leading the team with 26 blocked shots this season.
Kansas Statistics Overview
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Points per game | 78.0 |
| Rebounds per game | 39.2 |
| Field goal percentage defense | 38.2% (7th nationally) |
| Three-point field goal percentage defense | 28.8% (15th nationally) |
| Blocked shots per game | 6.3 (4th nationally) |
Upcoming Challenges
After this matchup, Kansas will wrap up their two-game road trip against Kansas State on January 24. This rivalry game, known as the Dillons Sunflower Showdown, will also be broadcast live, commencing at 7 p.m. (Central).
As Kansas prepares for this showdown against Colorado, fans are eager to see whether the Jayhawks can extend their winning streak and assert dominance in the Big 12 conference.
