Pullen Paces NIT Upset in OT Thriller at Illinois State
Kansas State defeats Illinois State 83 to 79 in overtime. Jacob Pullen tallies a career high 32 points, with 7 points in OT. Darren Kent adds 19 for the Wildcats as Dominique Sutton posts 9 points and 12 rebounds to force extra time. Baylor tops Georgetown 74 72 as Jerrells and Dunn power the Bears late. Summers leads Hoyas with 19 points.
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Obama's pick puts KU in Sweet 16 run for Jayhawks
KU coach Self updates on Aldrich ankle and team health as they prepare for a first round game against North Dakota State. Obama had picked KU to reach the Sweet 16, while Aldrich discusses Minnesota hockey culture and Stephenson's college choice. Self notes the challenge of a strong Bison squad and the team’s eagerness to compete in the NCAA tournament.
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Commentary on first day NCAA matchups and upsets in Detroit Free Press
The piece previews day one in the NCAA Tournament with Butler facing LSU and other marquee games. It notes Memphis favored over Cal-State Northridge, Ty Lawson’s status influencing UNC, California’s deep shooting, Akron vs Gonzaga, and UCLA vs VCU as an anticipated upset, highlighting historical perspectives and key players.
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Hinson Glad to Rejoin Self and Kansas Role
Hinson, 47, works with Self as a sounding board and travels with the team. He raises funds from former KU players for a new practice facility and notes Scot Pollard is on board. He lives in Lawrence with wife Angie and two grown daughters. He calls his Kansas post humbling and a family-focused environment at the athletic department.
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