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Can the Jayhawks Maintain Their Momentum at Allen Fieldhouse?

The Kansas Jayhawks, ranked 9th, continued their impressive season with a decisive victory over the unranked Texas Longhorns. The final score read 86-67 in favor of the home team. The Jayhawks now boast an improved record while the Longhorns grapple with another setback.


Feb 18, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks forward K.J. Adams Jr. (24) dunks against the Baylor Bears during the second half at Allen Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-USA TODAY Sports

At Allen Fieldhouse, a packed crowd witnessed a dominant performance by the Kansas Jayhawks as they outplayed the Texas Longhorns in nearly every facet of the game. The home team's offense was firing on all cylinders, boasting an impressive field goal percentage of 62 and converting two-point shots at a remarkable rate of 66 percent. Their prowess from beyond the arc was also notable, hitting three-pointers at a rate of 38 percent.


The Jayhawks' defense was equally effective, holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of just 42 and limiting their two-point shot success to only 47 percent. In addition to stifling defense, Kansas showcased their ability to control the paint with an overwhelming 52 points scored inside compared to Texas's 34.


Kansas also demonstrated superior ball movement and teamwork with one more assist than Texas's total of 16. Despite committing one more turnover than their opponents' total turnovers count of thirteen, this did not significantly impact their overall performance.


On individual performances for Kansas, it was truly a team effort that led them to victory. However, it is worth noting that they were able to capitalize on turnovers effectively by scoring fifteen points off them and maintained pressure throughout by adding ten second-chance points following offensive rebounds.


The rebounding battle was decisively won by Kansas as well; they pulled down thirty-four rebounds – seven more defensive boards than Texas – which helped limit second-chance opportunities for the Longhorns who managed only twenty-five rebounds in total.


As for fast break situations which often reflect energy and quickness on court transitions – here too Kansas excelled with thirteen fast break points against nine from Texas showing once again how they controlled game tempo effectively throughout both halves.


Looking ahead after this commanding win at home against Texas Longhorns where every player contributed significantly towards maintaining momentum into future games; fans can look forward to seeing if this form continues when facing Brigham Young University Cougars next week. The upcoming match is scheduled for February twenty-seventh at seven o'clock PM Central Time back here at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence where fans can catch all action live via ESPN+ internet broadcast network ensuring no moment is missed from what promises be another exciting college basketball encounter.

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