No. 11 Kansas defeated Cincinnati 54-40 in a low-scoring matchup on Saturday, with Hunter Dickinson shining with a double-double performance. The Jayhawks held the Bearcats scoreless for over six minutes in the second half, leading to a decisive 14-0 run. Zeke Mayo contributed eight points for Kansas, who have now won three consecutive games. On the other side, Dillon Mitchell scored 10 points for Cincinnati, who have struggled in their recent games with a poor shooting performance.
Both teams shot under 40% from the field and combined for a dismal 3 of 18 from the 3-point range in the first half. Kansas managed to turn 12 Bearcats turnovers into 16 points, highlighting their defensive prowess. The key moment of the game came when Cincinnati missed a crucial dunk, allowing Kansas to capitalize and extend their lead.
Looking ahead, Kansas is set to face Iowa State, while Cincinnati will take on Colorado in their upcoming games. This victory marks another impressive defensive showcase for the Jayhawks, who continue to prove themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the Big 12 conference.
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