Kansas defeats Davidson 90-61
Davidson Falls in Dominating Fashion at Allen Fieldhouse
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The Kansas Jayhawks proved they're still a force to be reckoned with in the Big 12, dominating Davidson College 90-61 in a non-conference matchup at historic Allen Fieldhouse on Wednesday night.
As expected, the home crowd was electric from the opening tip, and Kansas came out firing on all cylinders. By halftime, the Jayhawks had built a 51-30 lead, setting the tone for a blowout victory that would leave Davidson reeling.
For Kansas, senior Flory Bidunga was unstoppable, scoring 18 points on an impressive 72.7% shooting night while grabbing eight rebounds and dishing out three assists. The dominant performance from the forward made him the key player in Kansas' win.
Davidson, meanwhile, struggled to find its footing against the Jayhawks' stifling defense. Despite a valiant effort from Roberts Blums, who scored 13 points on 45.5% shooting, Davidson couldn't keep pace with Kansas' high-powered offense. The Wildcats' inability to score in transition and their poor free throw shooting (2-6) ultimately proved costly.
The final margin of 29 points was the largest of the night, with Kansas leading by as many as 35 at one point. Despite the lopsided nature of the game, both teams showed flashes of brilliance on offense. However, it was Kansas that proved more consistent and decisive in their attack.
In terms of advanced statistics, Kansas' numbers were impressive across the board. The Jayhawks shot 66.4% from the field, 68.0% from true shooting, and had a turnover ratio of just 20.5%. Meanwhile, Davidson struggled with its outside shooting, going 11-30 from beyond the arc.
The loss serves as a wake-up call for Davidson, which will need to regroup and refocus if it hopes to make a deep run in the tournament. For Kansas, this win cements their status as one of the top teams in the Big 12 and sets them up for a successful conference season.
Game Stats:
* Field Goals: Kansas (37/64), Davidson (24/67)
* 2-Point FG: Kansas (26/43), Davidson (13/37)
* 3-Point FG: Kansas (11/21), Davidson (11/30)
* Free Throws: Kansas (5/5), Davidson (2/6)
* Rebounds: Kansas (42), Davidson (31)
* Assists: Kansas (27), Davidson (15)
* Turnovers: Kansas (15), Davidson (16)
Top Performers:
* Flory Bidunga, Kansas - 18 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists
* Roberts Blums, Davidson - 13 points, 7 rebounds