Kansas Jayhawks Rally Past TCU Horned Frogs with Thrilling Second-Half Comeback

January 23, 2025
Kansas Jayhawks Rally Past TCU Horned Frogs with Thrilling Second-Half Comeback
  • In a thrilling matchup, the Kansas Jayhawks, ranked 12th, secured a 74-61 victory over the TCU Horned Frogs on January 22, 2025.

  • Dickinson, standing at 7-foot-2, displayed determination during the game, holding onto the ball despite pressure from White, which led to the controversial incident.

  • Following the technical fouls, TCU briefly regained the lead at 48-47 after White scored an alley-oop dunk, marking their last lead of the game.

  • Kansas showcased resilience by overcoming a 14-point deficit in the first half, improving their overall record to 14-4 and 5-2 in the Big 12.

  • The game was tied at 33 just before halftime, marking a critical turnaround for Kansas after they had trailed earlier.

  • A pivotal moment occurred when Kansas center Hunter Dickinson and TCU's Trazarien White received technical fouls after a tussle for the ball.

  • In the final minutes, TCU struggled offensively, missing their last six shots and managing only two free throws in the last 3:37.

  • Noah Reynolds led TCU's scoring with 14 points, supported by Vasean Allette with 13 points and Brendan Wenzel with 11 points.

  • For Kansas, Hunter Dickinson finished the game with 16 points and nine rebounds, while AJ Storr contributed significantly with 12 points.

  • Storr's performance included 10 points after halftime, highlighted by a pivotal stepback jumper that initiated a 14-2 run for Kansas.

  • Kansas coach Bill Self criticized Dickinson's decision to hold onto the ball after the whistle, calling it 'asinine' and a 'bonehead play'.

  • Looking ahead, Kansas is set to face No. 7 Houston, the Big 12 leaders, while TCU will play at UCF on the same day.

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