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Kansas Basketball Extends Win Streak with Dominant Second Half Against TCU

The Jayhawks outscored the Horned Frogs by 15 in the second half, cruising to a decisive victory.
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Jan 22, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self speaks to his team during a timeout against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
Jan 22, 2025; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self speaks to his team during a timeout against the TCU Horned Frogs during the first half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images | Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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The Kansas Jayhawks pulled away late to secure a commanding 74-61 victory over the TCU Horned Frogs, showcasing an efficient offensive performance and balanced contributions across the roster.

The Jayhawks (14-4) stifled TCU in the final minutes, holding the Horned Frogs scoreless for the last 2:19 of the game.

Kansas shot an impressive 55.6% from the field while limiting turnovers and dominating the glass with a 33-31 rebounding advantage.

The Horned Frogs held a commanding 14-point lead at 26-12 with 9:08 left in the first half, but Kansas responded with a lightning-fast comeback.

Hunter Dickinson paced the Jayhawks with a near double-double, tallying 16 points on 7-of-10 shooting and grabbing nine rebounds. His presence in the paint was instrumental on both ends of the floor, anchoring the Kansas defense while converting efficiently around the rim.

Freshman Flory Bidunga also made a strong impact inside, recording a double-double (first of career) with 10 points and 10 rebounds, including three on the offensive end. His energy and physicality were crucial to Kansas maintaining control in the second half.

Kansas received meaningful contributions from several players, with Shakeel Moore and Zeke Mayo combining for 24 points. Moore’s sharp shooting from beyond the arc (3-for-4) stretched TCU’s defense, while Mayo’s consistent scoring with 13 points added a needed spark.

Off the bench, AJ Storr contributed 12 points and six rebounds in just 22 minutes, providing Kansas with a significant boost. His activity on defense and ability to finish in transition helped the Jayhawks maintain their momentum, which was a sight for sore eyes.

The Jayhawks were particularly dominant in the second half, outscoring TCU 41-30. Kansas connected on 5-of-10 three-pointers after halftime and continued to find success at the free-throw line, hitting 80% of their attempts.

The Jayhawks now prepare for a highly anticipated showdown with No. 7 Houston this Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

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Mathey Gibson is the Managing Editor for the Kansas Jayhawks On SI. A graduate of the University of Alabama, he has extensive experience covering major college sports, including reporting on Crimson Tide athletics since 2019 for outlets like Alabama Crimson Tide On SI, The Crimson White, and Tide Illustrated. Now focused on Kansas, Gibson has covered significant events such as the NCAA Tournament, College World Series, and the College Football Playoff, bringing a deep understanding of collegiate athletics to one of the nation’s premier programs.

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