Switching KU defense rattles Murray State in loss
Murray State coach Fred Overton blamed Kansas defense for the Racers 37.2 percent shooting after KU mixed man to man 1-3-1 and 1-3-1 traps. Nobles scored 25 points as Kansas won their sixth straight, while Murray State forced 25 turnovers but missed key shots.
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Toledo ends Indiana win streak at 33 with upset
In Toledo, Indiana’s 33 game win streak ended as Jeff Seemann led a stingy defensive effort in a 59 to 57 upset of the national champions. Nichols praised his team for staying ahead, while Bobby Knight lamented being outhustled in the upset.
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Nobles lifts Kansas past Murray State 81-66
Herb Nobles scored 14 points in a three minute burst late in the first half helping Kansas pull away from Murray State. Nobles finished with 25 as KU used a smaller lineup to exploit a mis-match and build a 39-28 lead en route to an 81-66 victory before 7,620 at Allen Fieldhouse.
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Jayhawks Edge Racers in Slow-Moving Big Inside Battle
KU relies on height and inside scoring to overcome Murray State despite 25 turnovers. Nobles led with 20 points as Donnie Von Moore pulled 13 rebounds and four Jayhawks reached double figures, while Owens cited lack of movement and foul trouble as key issues. KU heads to Allen Fieldhouse to host Central Missouri State then Oral Roberts.
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Hawaii Vulcans upset Nebraska 71 66 in Honolulu
Jay Bartholomew and Gilbert Hicks each scored 21 as Hawaii at Hilo defeated Nebraska 71-66. Nebraska led 2-0 early, but Hawaii pulled away, with a 36-29 halftime edge. Oklahoma beat Texas 60-56 in another Big Eight clash.
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Minnesota Huskers Freed From NCAA Probation
U S District Judge Edward Devitt ordered the NCAA to lift its probation of the University of Minnesota men's sports and barred new sanctions until a hearing. The ruling followed the NCAA's claim that Minnesota failed to declare three basketball players ineligible, which had triggered post season and television restrictions.
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Lang undecided on Lions lineup for Friday opener
Lawrence High basketball coach Ron Lang is undecided about the starting five as the Lions prepare to host Wichita North. Only 6-1 senior Stan Harden is a sure starter, with Wendell Wilburn expected at center and a deep rotation including four seniors, three juniors, a sophomore, and a multi-position reserve. Lang stresses effort and consistency as the team builds for a fast, press-heavy opener against North.
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