As the NCAA tournament kicks off, Kansas basketball is gearing up for another potential March Madness run, starting Friday in the round of 64. The Jayhawks, holding a No. 4 seed with a 23-10 record, are set to face off against the No. 13 seed California Baptist at Viejas Arena in San Diego, California.
The winner of this matchup will then take on either No. 5 seed St. John’s or No. 12 seed Northern Iowa.
Kansas enters the tournament without much momentum, especially after a tough loss in the Big 12 Conference semifinals against Houston. The Jayhawks have had a rocky stretch, going 4-5 in their last nine games since a solid win over Arizona in early February.
However, with standout freshman Darryn Peterson on the court, Kansas has a shot at making some noise. Peterson, a potential No.
1 NBA draft pick, could be the key to sparking a deep tournament run if he plays to his potential.
Fans looking to catch the action in person can find tickets on StubHub for Friday and Sunday’s sessions, starting at $509. Kansas supporters will be hoping for a strong showing as the Jayhawks aim to advance further in the tournament.