Summary
The Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team lost to St. John's in the NCAA Tournament, marking the fourth consecutive year they did not advance past the first weekend. Darryn Peterson, a top freshman player, faced injuries throughout the season and is expected to enter the 2026 NBA Draft. His performance varied against strong opponents due to health problems.
Key Facts
- Kansas Jayhawks lost to St. John's with a score of 67-65.
- The defeat means Kansas did not progress past the tournament's first weekend for the fourth year straight.
- Darryn Peterson, a freshman guard for Kansas, plans to declare for the 2026 NBA Draft.
- Peterson faced injuries, including severe cramping, which affected his season.
- He missed 11 games due to these health issues.
- Despite challenges, he averaged 20.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.
- ESPN listed Peterson as the number one prospect for the 2026 NBA Draft at one point.
