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Three reasons why Oklahoma lost to No. 7 Kansas 66-52

Top Daug’s return wasn’t valiant enough for Oklahoma on Tuesday night. Here are three reasons why Oklahoma got beat by Kansas.

Top Daug’s return wasn’t valiant enough for Oklahoma on Tuesday night.

The Sooners struggled much of the night on their way to a 66-52 loss against No. 7 Kansas at home.

Here are three reasons why Oklahoma got beat by the Jayhawks.

Rough night from big three

Oklahoma is one of those unique teams where the Sooners have three scorers in the top-10 of scoring in the Big 12.

The trio of Kristian Doolittle, Austin Reaves and Brady Manek combined for 10-of-43 from the field and 27 points. Going to be tough for Oklahoma to win any game in the Big 12 when those three shoot like that.

3-point shooting

Kansas got what it wanted defensively.

Head coach Bill Self and the Jayhawks forced everything out from the lane with the help of the presence of Udoka Azuibuike inside. That gave Oklahoma opportunities to get shots from the 3-point line.

The Sooners responded by shooting 8-of-29 from beyond the arc for 28 percent overall.

STOPPING MOSS

The Jayhawks were without its best player.

Devon Dotson has been the heart beat of Kansas for all of the 2019-20 season. In his absence, Isaiah Moss got his first start.

Moss answered the call, scoring 20 points on 7-of-13 shooting, including 6-of-11 from 3-point range. He hit big shot after shot when Oklahoma looked to start gaining momentum in the game.

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WATCH: Old Oklahoma basketball mascot Top Daug returns before Kansas game

Allow him to reintroduce himself.

Oklahoma basketball has officially reintroduced former mascot Top Daug ahead of its game against Kansas. 

Allow him to reintroduce himself.

Oklahoma basketball has officially reintroduced former mascot Top Daug ahead of its big, nationally televised Big 12 game against No. 7 Kansas.

The dog mascot rose to its prominence during the Billy Tubbs’ Era in the 1980s and 1990s. Top Daug was a fan favorite of many prior to the mascot’s retirement after the 2004-05 season. He was fun, crazy and reckless that got the crowds attending Oklahoma games going.

Oklahoma’s pony mascots ‘Boomer’ and ‘Sooner’ will still be used, as will Top Daug. 

The Sooners, No. 7 Kansas and Oklahoma’s dog are about to tip-off on ESPN in a Big 12 clash with a lot of implications.

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Kansas will reportedly be without starting point guard Devon Dotson against Oklahoma

Oklahoma basketball got a little bit of help ahead of its big game against No. 7 Kansas. Devon Dotson is reportedly out for the game.

Oklahoma basketball got a little bit of help ahead of its big game against No. 7 Kansas.

The Jayhawks starting point guard, Devon Dotson, exited in the second half of Kansas’ 67-55 loss against Baylor on Saturday with a hip injury.

“He was in obvious pain (and) didn’t move very well,” said Kansas head coach Bill Self to reporters after the loss. “He hurt it in the first half, if I’m not mistaken, but I could be wrong. But, yeah, he’s got a hip pointer and so we’ll see how he progresses in the next couple of days.”

That injury has since lingered, reportedly keeping him out of Tuesday night’s contest against Oklahoma.

Dotson tested the NBA waters after his freshman season a year ago before returning to Kansas this season.

He has increased his scoring from 12.3 points per game as a freshman to 18.0 points per game as a sophomore. Dotson has added 4.4 assists and 2.3 steals a game this season. He leads Kansas in all three categories.

Self told reporters on Monday that Dotson would play in the game.

Matt Tait of the Lawrence Journal-World reports that senior guard Isaiah Moss will likely start in Dotson’s place. Moss is averaging 7.4 points per game and .6 assists per game this season.

Oklahoma has no injury issues heading into Tuesday night’s game.

The Sooners and No. 7 Kansas will tip-off from Norman, Oklahoma, at 8 p.m. CT on ESPN.

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Kansas Jayhawks at Oklahoma Sooners odds, picks and best bets

Analyzing Tuesday’s Kansas Jayhawks at Oklahoma Sooners sports betting odds and lines, with college basketball betting picks and tips.

The Kansas Jayhawks (12-3, 2-1 Big 12) visit Norman, Okla., Tuesday for a 9 p.m. ET tip-off against the Oklahoma Sooners (11-4, 2-1) at the Lloyd Noble Center. We analyze the Kansas-Oklahoma odds and betting lines, with college basketball betting advice and tips around this matchup.

The Jayhawks are ranked seventh in the USA TODAY Sports men’s basketball coaches poll, but have lost three games in a row.

Kansas at Oklahoma: Three things you need to know

1. Both teams are coming off disappointing losses:  Kansas lost 67-55 to then-No. 4 Baylor at home, while Oklahoma fell at Iowa State 81-68.

2. The home team has won five in a row in the Kansas-Oklahoma series and eight out of their last 10 games.

3. Since 2015, Kansas has by far the best record against ranked opponents (35-18), while Oklahoma is just 18-25 vs. ranked opponents.

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Kansas at Oklahoma: Odds, betting lines and picks

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Prediction

Kansas 69, Oklahoma 60

Moneyline (ML)

Kansas is ranked 18th in the country in opponent’s field-goal percentage and the Sooners are ranked 215th in offensive FG%. Oklahoma is even worse from deep, ranking 254th in 3-point %, and Kansas ranks 52nd in opponents 3-point %. But Kansas’ -250 on the moneyline is crummy value and, because of its elite defense and Oklahoma’s lackluster offense, but I don’t like the Sooners’ +200 either. PASS on the moneyline.

Against the Spread (ATS)

Despite an 11-4 overall record, Oklahoma has been bad against the spread this season with a 5-10 ATS mark. The Sooners haven’t taken advantage of home-court advantage lately either as they’re 0-6 ATS in the last six home games. Also, Oklahoma doesn’t play well against good competition; its ATS record is 1-5 (0-3 at home) vs. teams above .500. However, Kansas is 2-0 ATS when laying 5-7 points and are 2-1 ATS against teams above .500. Take KANSAS (-6.5, +105).

Over/Under (O/U)

Trends and each team’s Over/Under record – Kansas is 4-10 O/U and Oklahoma is 7-8 – dictate betting UNDER 139.5 (-134). The Under is 5-0 in Kansas’s last five games, 6-0 in its last six games as a road favorite and 3-0 in road games this season. Oklahoma’s home games tend to play Under as well, going 2-4. It might be a lot of vig to swallow at -134, but that’s BetMGM trying to price you out of betting a likely outcome.

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Large buyout may keep Texas from hiring new WR coach

There has been speculation about Kansas wide receiver coach Emmett Jones. The only issue is that UT is not prepared to buy a large buyout.

After the regular season ended, Texas fired wide receivers coach Drew Mehringer after three seasons with the Longhorns. A few weeks later and the position still has not been filled. There has been speculation about Kansas wide receiver coach Emmett Jones joining Tom Herman’s staff, but there may be an issue.

According to Brian Davis of the Austin American-Statesman, Texas is not excited about the possibility of paying a large buyout for Jones. He is also reporting that the buyout is set at $225,000. Because of this, the Longhorns may pass on him and go in a different direction to find their wide receivers coach.

After working for local DFW high schools for nearly 13 years, Jones got a role in Kliff Kingsbury staff at Texas Tech in 2015. After one year as a player developer, he was promoted to wide receivers coach. After Kingsbury was fired from Texas Texas, Jones ended up at Kansas, working for head coach Les Miles and his staff.

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Kansas at Iowa State odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Wednesday’s Kansas Jayhawks vs. Iowa State Cyclones sports betting odds and lines, with college basketball betting picks and tips.

The Kansas Jayhawks (11-2, 1-0 Big 12) and Iowa State Cyclones (7-6, 0-1 Big 12) meet at the Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa at 8 p.m. ET Wednesday. We analyze the Kansas-Iowa State odds and betting lines, while providing college basketball betting tips and advice on this matchup.

The Jayhawks are ranked third in the USA TODAY Sports men’s basketball coaches poll.

Kansas at Iowa State: Three things you need to know

1. Kansas enters play 6-2 ATS in the past eight games overall, and 5-2 ATS in the past seven against teams with a winning overall record. However, it’s just 3-10 ATS in the past 13 games on the road.

2. Iowa State is 2-6 ATS in the past eight games against teams with a winning overall record, and is 0-5 ATS in the previous five as a home underdog.

3. The Jayhawks enter this game third in the nation in field-goal percentage at 50.9, led by F Udoka Azubuike at a ridiculous 81.1 percent (77-for-95). They’re 16th defensively with a 37.3 FG% against.

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Kansas at Iowa State: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:25 a.m. ET.

Prediction

Kansas 80, Iowa State 73

Moneyline (ML)

AVOID. Kansas (-286) will cost you nearly three times your return on investment, which just isn’t a good way to consistently win. For example, if you win three of these type bets and lose one, you end up about even. Why risk it? PASS and focus on the spread (below).

Against the Spread (ATS)

KANSAS (-6.5, -110) is a much better play laying the points over Iowa State (+6.5, -110). Not only has the road team cashed in six of the past eight in this series, which points to KU, the Cyclones are 2-6 ATS in the eight tries against winning teams and barely above .500 overall on the season.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 146 (-110) is the way to go here. Kansas has a very efficient offense, not taking a lot of bad shots while limiting turnovers. But, the Under is 7-3 in the Jayhawks’ past 10 overall. However, the Over is 5-1 in their past six against winning teams.

For Iowa State, it’s all Over, all the time. The Over is 7-1 in the Cyclones’ past eight as a home ‘dog, and 5-1 in the past six against teams with a winning record. The Over is also 3-0-1 in their past four following a straight-up loss.

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Ohio State’s blowout win over Villanova just got a lot more impressive

Ohio State blew out Villanova, and the Wildcats just defeated the top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks, helping boost that win on Ohio State’s resume.

The Ohio State Buckeyes dominated the Villanova Wildcats a few weeks ago. The mid-November game was the first one to put Ohio State on the map. They’ve since risen to No. 3 and are currently No. 5.

Back in that game, Ohio State led at halftime 40-22. It was dominant throughout that entire game, and it really wasn’t close at any point. Winning by 25, it was just a complete performance from the Buckeyes.

The Wildcats were then ranked No. 10. Now, entering today, they were sitting at No. 18 — all set to matchup with not Ohio State, but the top-ranked Kansas Jayhawks.

With a drama-filled ending of 56-55, the Wildcats came out on top to knock off the No. 1 ranked team. Without a signature victory, ‘Nova needed this win to solidify itself as a top threat in the eyes of the public.

While building their reputation, Villanova also help Ohio State, who absolutely obliterated the Wildcats.

And, to go along with bolstering Ohio State’s resume, the Cats will now give the Buckeyes a chance to leap into the top spot with a win over Kentucky.

 

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Kansas vs. Villanova Live Stream, NCAA Basketball Schedule, TV Channel, Start Time, How to Watch

Watch Kansas vs. Villanova Live Online.

In quite the early season showdown, two historic programs face-off Saturday afternoon in what should be a tight game. No. 1 Kansas (9-1) is 1-0 on the road this season, while No. 18 Villanova (8-2) is 4-0 at home.

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Kansas vs. Villanova

When: Saturday, December 21

Time: 12:00 p.m. ET

TV: FOX

Live Stream: fuboTV (watch for free)

These two teams have been offensive juggernauts to begin the season. Kansas is averaging 84.6 points per game, while Villanova is averaging 80.4. The Jayhawks lost their first game of the season to Duke, but since then have won nine straight, while the Wildcats have won four straight.

Against the University of Missouri, Kansas City in its last game, Kansas was led by David McCormack, who scored a career-high 28 points in a 98-57 rout. Sophomore Devon Dotson has been the standout so far this season, leading the team in points (19.6) and assists (4.8). He’s also shooting 50.4 percent on the season.

The Wildcats squeaked by Delaware last Saturday in a 78-70 win to continue their winning streak. Jermaine Samuels scored 13 of his 18 points in the second half. Sophomore Saddiq Bey leads the team in scoring (16.3 PPG) and is also shooting 54.1 percent from the field.

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Kansas at Iowa State odds, picks and best bets

Previewing Saturdya’s Kansas at Iowa State college football matchup, with college football betting odds, picks and best bets

The Kansas Jayhawks (3-7, 1-6) and Iowa State Cyclones (6-4, 4-3) hook up Saturday at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Iowa, for a Big 12 battle at noon ET.

We analyze the Kansas-Iowa State odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.

Kansas at Iowa State: Three things you need to know

1. The Jayhawks will not qualify for a bowl game yet again this season, but they haven’t been a pushover like recent seasons. They’re a respectable 3-2 ATS across the past five, and 2-2 ATS in the past four on the road.

2. Iowa State QB Brock Purdy has rolled up 3,203 passing yards, 22 touchdowns and eight interceptions while also running for seven scores. The Cyclones rank eighth in the nation, posting 326.3 passing yards per game.

3. Kansas ranks 120th in the country with 470.6 total yards per game allowed, 125th with 232.7 rushing yards per game allowed, and T-107th in points allowed at 33.1 per game.

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Kansas at Iowa State: Odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 12:45 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Iowa State 45, Kansas 30

Moneyline (ML)

There is currently no moneyline available at the time of publishing.

Against the Spread (ATS)

KANSAS (+24.5, -110) has some decent skill position players like RB Pooka Williams Jr. and WR Andrew Parchment, so the Jayhawks are more than capable of hanging in a shootout. Make no mistake, Iowa State (-24.5, -110) is the better team here, but the Jayhawks have the tools to get involved in a shootout. Just ask the Texas Longhorns.

Over/Under (O/U)

The OVER (58.5, -106) is a tremendous play, as Iowa State’s pass attack is outstanding and Kansas has a very leaky defense. The best thing for over bettors will be Iowa State jumping out to a big lead and Kansas passing its way back into the game. It is surprising this line wasn’t in the sixties. Get in before it rises.

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Report: Kansas adds under the radar point guard Latrell Jossell

Latrell Jossell did not receive a four or five-star rating from the major scouting services. That may soon change now that he’s committed to Kansas.

The big recruiting week for Kansas basketball continued Thursday, though the name that is the Jayhawks’ big addition remains a but of an unknown outside of basketball recruitniks.

As reported by 247Sports, the Jayhawks received a commitment from point guard Latrell Jossell on Thursday night. Josell is a 5-foot-11, 160-pound wunderkind who came into his own over the 2017-18 season, when he led YGC36 in scoring during the adidas Gauntlet, and will arrive at Kansas with the goal of forming one of the nation’s most explosive backcourts alongside recent five-star commitment Bryce Thompson.

As for why Jossell is heading to Kansas despite not having a star-rating, YGC36 coach Vonzell Thomas said not to be dissuaded by the previous lack of attention, Jossell is the real deal.

“A lot of people do not realize this, but Latrell led us in scoring this summer,” Thomas told 247Sports. “Kansas is getting a kid who knows how to win and plays with a chip on his shoulder because he was overlooked. He is going to work hard every single day to make himself and his teammates better. … I really believe they got a steal.”

Jossell was reportedly won over while taking an official visit during Kansas’ preseason tip-off Late Night in the Phog event. According to Jossell, after that it was only a matter of time until Kansas extended a scholarship offer and Jossell accepted.

“When [KU] offered, I knew right away that I was going there,” Jossell told 247Sports.