Jayhawks Rally To Win Sixth Title In Thriller
Kansas trailed North Carolina by 15 at halftime before a 31-10 second half run sparked a 72-69 comeback at the Caesars Superdome. Ochai Agbaji Mitch Lightfoot and David McCormack led KU as the program earned its sixth national crown and first in 14 seasons. Coach Bill Self challenged the team to believe and finish strong.
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Jayhawks honor 2020 teammates after title win
Kansas capped a 72-69 NCAA final victory over North Carolina at the Superdome, with coach Bill Self and guard Devon Dotson noting the win also belonged to players from 2020 who missed the chance to lift the trophy. They framed the title as a tribute to former Jayhawks who did not get the opportunity to play for the championship.
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