Kansas Makes a Statement in Manhattan with Dominant Win Over K-State
Melvin Council leads the charge, Flory Badunga controls the paint, and the Jayhawks close with authority in an 86–62 rivalry rout.
Kansas finally walked out of Manhattan with more than just a win — they made a statement.
In a rivalry that’s tilted toward Kansas State in recent years, Bill Self’s Jayhawks flipped the script Saturday night, pulling away late for an emphatic 86–62 victory. What was once a tight, physical game turned into a dominant closing stretch, as Kansas ripped off a decisive run that left no doubt about who controlled the final minutes.
The postgame show breaks down how Kansas imposed its will on both ends of the floor, from Melvin Council Jr.’s all-around brilliance to the interior dominance of Flory Badunga and Bryson Tiller. Council nearly flirted with a triple-double, El Marco Jackson delivered one of his most complete performances of the season, and Trey White quietly played a pivotal role by grinding the game to a halt when it mattered most.
The conversation also dives into Kansas’ defensive game plan against PJ Hagerty, how the Jayhawks’ patience paid off as shots stopped falling for K-State, and why the final eight minutes felt like a turning point for this team’s identity.
Add in rivalry emotion, late-game edge, and a roster that’s starting to click, and this episode captures a Kansas team finding its rhythm at the right time.
Watch the full breakdown to hear why this win might mean more than just one night in Manhattan.