The No. 8 Kansas Jayhawks, holding an 8-2 record, are set to face the Brown Bears, who are 7-3, on December 22, 2024, at Allen Fieldhouse, with the game scheduled to tip off at 3 p.m. ET and broadcast on ESPN.

Kansas enters the matchup on a seven-game home winning streak, while Brown is riding a three-game away winning streak, setting the stage for one of these streaks to come to an end.

In their last game, Kansas secured a 75-60 victory over NC State on December 14, breaking a two-game losing streak and showcasing strong teamwork with 19 assists.

Brown's recent success includes a thrilling double overtime win against Rhode Island, finishing 84-80, which marked their sixth consecutive victory and improved their record to 7-3.

Zeke Mayo was a key player for Brown in their last game, contributing significantly with 26 points on 9-for-14 shooting.

Kino Lilly Jr. also shone for Brown, achieving a double-double with 23 points and 10 assists, demonstrating a strong performance following earlier struggles.

Kansas's standout player, Hunter Dickinson, recorded a double-double as well, scoring 21 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, while shooting an impressive 69.2% from the field.

BetMGM Sportsbook currently favors Kansas by 25.5 points against Brown, with the Over/Under set at 144.5 points.

Experts suggest leaning towards the Under 144.5, as Kansas has allowed an average of only 68.1 points per game this season.

This matchup poses a significant challenge for Brown, as it marks their first game against a ranked opponent this season, while Kansas has performed well as double-digit favorites in recent games.

Despite their strong performance, Kansas has struggled against the spread lately, with a record of 1-2 in their last three games and 3-4 in their last seven.

Predictions indicate Kansas is expected to win decisively, with a projected score of 85-59, although betting on a Kansas win may not be advisable due to the high stakes.