Kansas vs. Texas Tech Clash on ESPN’s Big Monday
The upcoming matchup between No. 14 Kansas and No. 11 Texas Tech is set for February 2, as part of ESPN Big Monday. The game will tip off at 8 p.m. Central at the United Supermarkets Arena. Both teams enter this contest with identical records of 16-5 and 6-2 in conference play.
Kansas Jayhawks: Recent Performance
Kansas is currently on a five-game winning streak, its longest of the season. The Jayhawks recently triumphed over No. 13 BYU, winning 90-82 on January 31. Their strong performance is highlighted by an impressive scoring average of 78.8 points per game and a scoring margin of +10.8.
- Key Stats:
- Rebounds per game: 39.1
- Assists per game: 15.3
- Steals per game: 5.4
- Blocked shots per game: 6.0
- Field goal percentage defense: 38.3% (6th nationally)
- Three-point field goal percentage defense: 29.4% (18th nationally)
Player Highlights
Freshman guard Darryn Peterson has emerged as a top scorer, averaging 21.3 points per game. He has recorded six games with 20 or more points this season. Senior guard Tre White follows closely with an average of 14.8 points and has produced two double-doubles in his last five games.
Sophomore center Flory Bidunga has also made headlines, averaging 14.5 points and leading the team with 8.9 rebounds per game. He ranks first in the Big 12 for blocked shots, showcasing a strong defensive presence.
Texas Tech: Aiming for Redemption
Texas Tech looks to recover from a recent loss to UCF, where they fell 88-80 on January 31. Despite the setback, the Red Raiders boast an impressive home record of 11-0 this season. History shows Kansas holds a commanding 42-9 lead in their all-time series against Texas Tech, but the Red Raiders have won the last two encounters.
Upcoming Schedule for Kansas
Following the clash with Texas Tech, Kansas will return home for a two-game homestand. They will host Utah on February 7 and take on No. 1 Arizona on February 9, both significant matchups in their season.
This showdown between Kansas and Texas Tech promises to be a thrilling contest as both teams fight for positioning in the competitive Big 12 conference.
