Houston 56, at Kansas 69

LAWRENCE, Kan. (Interstat) — In a pivotal Big 12 Conference clash that defied pregame projections, the Kansas Jayhawks delivered a commanding defensive performance to defeat the Houston Cougars 69-56 before a capacity crowd of 15,300 at Allen Fieldhouse on Monday night. The result, a stark reversal of expectations given Houston’s status as a road favorite with a 71.9% win probability, was forged by a stifling Kansas defense that overwhelmed one of the nation’s most efficient teams. Houston, entering the game with a 23-4 record, was held to a season-low in points and a frigid 31.8% shooting from the field. The… Read more...