Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:10am

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Darryn Peterson scored 16 of his 24 points in the second half to help No. 14 Kansas hold off TCU 78-73 in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals. The Jayhawks will face fifth-ranked Houston in the semifinals after surviving a closely contested game that saw neither team lead by more than six points.

Why it matters

Kansas is looking to make a deep run in the Big 12 tournament after an up-and-down regular season, while TCU was riding a six-game winning streak. The Jayhawks’ victory sets up a high-profile semifinal matchup against a top-5 Houston team.

The details

Peterson was the key for Kansas, scoring 16 of his 24 points after halftime despite shooting just 5-for-17 from the floor. He made up for his inefficiency by going 13-for-16 from the free throw line. Flory Bidunga added a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Jayhawks. TCU was led by David Punch’s 24 points and 10 rebounds, but the Horned Frogs couldn’t overcome 14 turnovers, 11 of which came in the second half.

The game was played on Thursday, March 13, 2026 in the Big 12 tournament quarterfinals.Kansas and Houston will face off in the late semifinal on Friday, March 14, 2026.
The players

Darryn Peterson

A key player for Kansas, scoring 24 points with 8 rebounds and 3 steals.

Flory Bidunga

Contributed a double-double of 13 points and 10 rebounds for the Jayhawks.

David Punch

Led TCU with 24 points and 10 rebounds in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.