Kansas Jayhawks at Colorado Buffaloes
The pick & result
- Published pick
- Kansas Jayhawks ML -200
- Published odds
- -200
- Result
- Won
- Final score
- 75-69
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The read
This game hinges on the mismatch between Darryn Peterson and the Colorado backcourt. Peterson has finally found his groove, averaging 24.5 PPG in his last two outings against elite Baylor and Iowa State defenses.
Colorado's 210th-ranked turnover rate will provide Kansas with high-value transition opportunities that circumvent the 'altitude tax.' Structurally, the Buffaloes are vulnerable on the interior; after getting bullied by West Virginia on the glass (38-22), they now face Flory Bidunga, who shoots 65.5% and anchors a top-15 defense. Jacque Vaughn's NBA head coaching experience makes him the most overqualified interim in the country, ensuring the Jayhawks won't lose their scheme discipline.
In a close-game scenario, Peterson is the superior closer. Kansas wins a high-level battle in Boulder.
Injuries noted
Colorado Buffaloes: Van Elswyk (Out)
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