Kansas Suffers Worst Loss Under Coach Bill Self

BYU basketball is gearing up for a crucial road game against the Arizona Wildcats, aiming to solidify their NCAA Tournament prospects. Analytics from KenPom suggest a 26% chance of victory for BYU with an expected score of 80-73, while ESPN BPI offers a slightly lower probability at 22.9%. In other news, Kansas Jayhawks suffered a historic 91-57 loss to BYU, marking coach Bill Self's worst regular season defeat, as BYU's strong performance was highlighted by Richie Saunders' 22 points. Following a previous 74-67 loss to Utah, Self criticized the Jayhawks' defensive efforts and emphasized the need for self-reflection and unity within the team. As Kansas struggles with consistency, they face challenging upcoming games against top-ranked opponents, including BYU, Texas Tech, and Houston, while aiming to improve their standing in the Big 12. Self has expressed a need for his team to accept responsibility and improve execution to rebound from recent setbacks.