Kansas Jayhawks Secure 90-82 Exhibition Win Over Louisville

The 2025–26 college basketball season kicked off with an exhibition game where Kansas defeated Louisville 90-82. Kansas showcased a strong team effort, highlighted by freshman Darryn Peterson's impressive debut with 26 points, six 3-pointers, and savvy playmaking, signaling a promising season ahead. While Louisville's team showed effort and spunk, their newcomers struggled to find their rhythm, with notable difficulties in shooting and adjusting to game intensity, except for Ryan Conwell who scored 26 points and showed potential as a key offensive leader. Kansas displayed solid defensive intensity and depth, though some interior players like Paul Mbiya and Bryson Tiller have room for growth in the post. Louisville's offense lacked cohesion and chemistry but showed glimpses of improvement late in the game, suggesting potential growth as the season progresses. Overall, the game served as an early gauge for both teams, with Kansas demonstrating more readiness and Louisville facing challenges to overcome in their season opener.