Kansas Suffers Historic 34-Point Loss to BYU in Big 12 Matchup

The Jayhawks' struggles continue as BYU dominates with efficient shooting and relentless defense, marking one of Kansas' worst defeats in program history.

• BYU defeated No. 23 Kansas 91-57, tying for the Jayhawks' largest margin of defeat under coach Bill Self and the third-worst in program history.
• Kansas has now lost four of its last six games, falling to 17-9 overall and 8-7 in Big 12 play, jeopardizing its NCAA Tournament seeding.
• Richie Saunders led BYU with 22 points, while the team shot 51.5% from the field and made 14 three-pointers, showcasing offensive efficiency.
• Kansas struggled offensively, shooting just 36.5% from the field, committing 15 turnovers, and failing to recover from a 20-point halftime deficit.
• The loss highlights ongoing issues for Kansas, including inconsistent play, difficulty defending against strong shooting teams, and an underperforming roster despite high preseason expectations.

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