Published Jan 29, 7:12pm ET by
Keith McCarthy - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Jan 29, 7:12pm ET
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BYU and Kansas face off in a key top-15 clash on Saturday. The Cougars are looking to bounce back after falling short against Arizona. They face a tough battle on the road against the surging Jayhawks.
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| Kansas Jayhawks | -130 |
| BYU Cougars | +115 |
BYU came very close to knocking off undefeated #1 Arizona on Monday, losing by just three points. The narrow defeat showcased their ability to hang tough with some of the nation's top teams, especially after a similar defeat to UConn earlier in the season. On the other hand, they still lack multiple quality wins. Future lottery pick AJ Dybantsa will attempt to bounce back after a poor shooting night where he shot just 6-24.
The Jayhawks are heating up after a subpar 11-5 start to the season, having won four games in a row. They'll attempt to pick up a key win this week to build on a 2-3 record against ranked teams. Kansas has been inconsistent, but during their recent 4-game winning streak each game has had a different leading scorer. With their offense heating up across the board, the Jayhawks have the potential to make a run in the Big-12.
In this Big-12 battle, both teams are paying great basketball as of late. It's bound to be close game, with Kansas slightly favored. Their home-court advantage will certainly help their chances, but I'd be wary of locking in the Jayhawks to win. They have been inconsistent against highly ranked teams, with their current win streak coming against a softer schedule. Look for AJ Dybantsa to bounce back and lead BYU to victory.
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