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6Sports video: KU looks to bounce back

Bouncing back is the phrase of the day at Allen Fieldhouse. It’s something the Kansas men’s basketball team hasn’t had to do all season until now.

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Building a nest

Evolving football facility already a recruiting asset

Brad Nachtigal slithers around construction areas and past dozens of workers as he shows off Kansas University’s new pride and joy. He looks every bit the part of an expert. Probably because he is.

Kansas ‘didn’t play mature’ in first setback

Russell Robinson put his head down and walked briskly toward the team bus, not stopping to talk to reporters after Kansas University’s 84-75 loss to Kansas State on Wednesday night at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan. On Thursday, the 6-foot-1 senior was back to his old, talkative ways, explaining he was at a loss for words after the Jayhawks’ first setback in 21 games.

Commentary: MU coach earns respect for firm stand

As long as they’re keeping score, no one with a competitive heart and soul will ever tell you to ignore the scoreboard. But there are rare nights when keeping tabs on the score seems a lot less important.

Ex-Buckeye coach can return

Jim O’Brien, fired by Ohio State and essentially banned from coaching by the NCAA for paying a recruit, can return to the college sidelines after an appeal changed his punishment.

Kansas State aide arrested

Hill stopped for suspicion of DUI

Kansas State associate men’s basketball coach Dalonte Hill was arrested early Thursday on suspicion of driving under the influence, Pottawatomie County Sheriff Greg Riat said. The arrest came just hours after Kansas State defeated No. 2 Kansas, 84-75, in Manhattan.

Pierce selected for All-Star game

Chris Paul and David West were picked for their first All-Star game Thursday, giving the Hornets a pair of players for the event Feb. 17 in New Orleans.

Center steps up in loss

Six losses in seven Big 12 Conference games have Kansas University scraping the bottom of the women’s basketball standings. Still, there has been at least one bright spot for the struggling Jayhawks - Krysten Boogaard.

Krabbenhoft, Badgers clip IU

Joe Krabbenhoft says he was just plain lucky. If so, Wisconsin is nothing short of blessed. “That Krabbenhoft kid, I really like him,” Indiana coach Kelvin Sampson said. “It seems kids like him always make the right play and make the key play. He’s tough. Wisconsin’s good.”

Mayer: Mayer: Jayhawks not ready for NBA

If good advice is offered and heeded, the Kansas basketball team’s starting lineup next November will be Darrell Arthur, Brandon Rush, Mario Chalmers, Sherron Collins and Cole Aldrich.