Utah defeats No. 17 Kansas 74-67, claims first Quad 1 win

The Utah Utes secured a significant victory over the No. 17 Kansas Jayhawks, winning 74-67 in Salt Lake City, marking their first win over a ranked opponent this season. Gabe Madsen led the Utes with 24 points, including a record-setting three-pointer that made him the all-time leader in made three-pointers for Utah. Despite Kansas tying the game late, Utah maintained composure, thanks in part to Madsen's late free throws and critical scoring from teammates like Ezra Ausar and Jake Wahlin. The Utes dominated the boards, securing 16 offensive rebounds, which contributed to their win. This victory is particularly meaningful for Utah as it improves their record in the Big 12 and provides momentum after previous struggles against ranked teams. The game showcased Utah's potential and mental fortitude as they look to build on this success moving forward.