Kansas defense shuts down UCLA in Maui semifinal
UCLA fell 92-73 as Kansas built a 59-33 halftime lead behind a lockdown defense. UCLA struggled early, shooting 34 percent in the first half while allowing nine Bruins free throws, and steadied only in the second half before the game got out of reach.
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Kansas Falls To Michigan State In Maui Semifinal
Kansas University suffered a 16 point loss to Michigan State in the Maui Invitational semifinal, finishing with a late surge but unable to guard consistently after halftime. Coach Bill Self cited early energy and better ball movement while noting personnel changes and the shift from catch to bounce scoring.
KU Beats UCLA as Ellis scores 24 in Maui opener
Ellis poured in 24 points and grabbed six rebounds as Kansas outboarded UCLA 35-28 in Maui. He praised KU’s unselfish, ball-matching style and predicted a great season as the team readies for Vanderbilt. Self noted Vanderbilt’s size and depth, with Jones and Baldwin each at 17 points.
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Defensive end tactics vs Alford frame clash at KU game
Tait pressed in the first half as Alford’s bold jersey letters faced a close up block. Gra ham swapped Alford’s gum for a stale mint, while KU coach Bill Self praised Devonté for locking down Bryce. Alford scored only once and made four free throws as his second half remained quiet.
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Vanderbilt and Kansas dominate Maui Invitational action
Kansas defeats UCLA 92 73 while Vanderbilt cruises past St. John's 92 55 and Wake Forest tops Indiana 82 78 in the Maui Invitational. Tuesday's semifinals feature Kansas over UCLA 92 73 and Vanderbilt over Wake Forest 86 64. Alford struggles against Graham as KU clamps down and Graham earns praise for defensive impact.
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