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Kansas Defeats Connecticut 69-65 - Recap

Kansas earned a 69-65 victory over Connecticut on Friday, getting 21 points from Kevin McCullar Jr. at Allen Fieldhouse.

Bettors who backed Kansas were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.

Kansas got 18 points from KJ Adams Jr. and another 15 points from Hunter Dickinson. Dajuan Harris Jr. contributed 6 assists, while Hunter Dickinson cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.

Connecticut got 31 points from Tristen Newton in a losing cause and another 10 points from Alex Karaban. Cam Spencer contributed 2 assists for them, while Donovan Clingan had 7 rebounds.

Kansas led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 29 boards, while Kansas only had 26

Kansas looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the UMKC. Connecticut will aim to get back on the winning track at North Carolina.