Kansas saw a 22-point second half lead dwindle down to six with under three minutes to play, and struggled at the line in defense of that lead. KU, perhaps inspired by the presence of the great Bill Bridges, managed to hold on for a 7-point win.
Oklahoma started out cold-very cold. Five minutes into the game they only had one basket and a pair of free throws on the board. Kansas was shooting only marginally better, and seemed to catch OU’s cold halfway through the first half when the visitors went on an 11-0 run to take a five-point lead.
Kirk Hinrich nailed a shot right at the end of the half to cap a 13-5 Kansas run and help KU to a 30-25 halftime lead.
In lieu of the usual halftime activities, this afternoon’s break was a ceremony honoring KU great Bill Bridges, who was the first conference player to go over the millenium mark in both points and rebounds. Bridges received a copy of his KU Hall of Fame portrait and a replica of the award given to the Jayhawk with the most rebounds each season. Read the Lawrence Journal-World story on Bridges.
The Jayhawks exploded into the second half, hitting just about every shot while taking command of the game. Just when it looked like the game was turning into a blowout, the Sooners tuned out the raucous Allen Fieldhouse crowd and went on a 16-2 run.
Not much later after that, KU’s lead was down to six points. Kansas did not go dead cold at the line, but certainly gave the crowd a few chills as more than a few KU free throws clanked away. Kansas ended the day just 17 for 29 from the line (58.6%).
The Sooner comeback fell just short enough, as Kansas’ endgame proved strong enough to save the win.
As usual, Drew Gooden led Kansas with 19 points-15 of which came in the second half-and 10 rebounds. Nick Collison had 17 points and nine boards. Kirk Hinrich added 15 points to go with his seven assists, and Keith Langford scored 12.
Kansas shot 50% for the afternoon, while holding Oklahoma to just under 42%. KU outrebounded OU 38-33.
Next up for the Jayhawks is a trip to Iowa State on Wedsnesday the 23rd. Tip off is set for 8 p.m.
See tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, and KUSports.com, for full coverage of tonight’s game.
Kansas saw a 22-point second half lead dwindle down to six with under three minutes to play, and struggled at the line in defense of that lead. KU, perhaps inspired by the presence of the great Bill Bridges, managed to hold on for a 7-point win.
Oklahoma started out cold-very cold. Five minutes into the game they only had one basket and a pair of free throws on the board. Kansas was shooting only marginally better, and seemed to catch OU’s cold halfway through the first half when the visitors went on an 11-0 run to take a five-point lead.
Kirk Hinrich nailed a shot right at the end of the half to cap a 13-5 Kansas run and help KU to a 30-25 halftime lead.
In lieu of the usual halftime activities, this afternoon’s break was a ceremony honoring KU great Bill Bridges, who was the first conference player to go over the millenium mark in both points and rebounds. Bridges received a copy of his KU Hall of Fame portrait and a replica of the award given to the Jayhawk with the most rebounds each season. Read the Lawrence Journal-World story on Bridges.
The Jayhawks exploded into the second half, hitting just about every shot while taking command of the game. Just when it looked like the game was turning into a blowout, the Sooners tuned out the raucous Allen Fieldhouse crowd and went on a 16-2 run.
Not much later after that, KU’s lead was down to six points. Kansas did not go dead cold at the line, but certainly gave the crowd a few chills as more than a few KU free throws clanked away. Kansas ended the day just 17 for 29 from the line (58.6%).
The Sooner comeback fell just short enough, as Kansas’ endgame proved strong enough to save the win.
As usual, Drew Gooden led Kansas with 19 points-15 of which came in the second half-and 10 rebounds. Nick Collison had 17 points and nine boards. Kirk Hinrich added 15 points to go with his seven assists, and Keith Langford scored 12.
Kansas shot 50% for the afternoon, while holding Oklahoma to just under 42%. KU outrebounded OU 38-33.
Next up for the Jayhawks is a trip to Iowa State on Wedsnesday the 23rd. Tip off is set for 8 p.m.
See tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, and KUSports.com, for full coverage of tonight’s game.
Kansas saw a 22-point second half lead dwindle down to six with under three minutes to play, and struggled at the line in defense of that lead. KU, perhaps inspired by the presence of the great Bill Bridges, managed to hold on for a 7-point win.
Oklahoma started out cold-very cold. Five minutes into the game they only had one basket and a pair of free throws on the board. Kansas was shooting only marginally better, and seemed to catch OU’s cold halfway through the first half when the visitors went on an 11-0 run to take a five-point lead.
Kirk Hinrich nailed a shot right at the end of the half to cap a 13-5 Kansas run and help KU to a 30-25 halftime lead.
In lieu of the usual halftime activities, this afternoon’s break was a ceremony honoring KU great Bill Bridges, who was the first conference player to go over the millenium mark in both points and rebounds. Bridges received a copy of his KU Hall of Fame portrait and a replica of the award given to the Jayhawk with the most rebounds each season. Read the Lawrence Journal-World story on Bridges.
The Jayhawks exploded into the second half, hitting just about every shot while taking command of the game. Just when it looked like the game was turning into a blowout, the Sooners tuned out the raucous Allen Fieldhouse crowd and went on a 16-2 run.
Not much later after that, KU’s lead was down to six points. Kansas did not go dead cold at the line, but certainly gave the crowd a few chills as more than a few KU free throws clanked away. Kansas ended the day just 17 for 29 from the line (58.6%).
The Sooner comeback fell just short enough, as Kansas’ endgame proved strong enough to save the win.
As usual, Drew Gooden led Kansas with 19 points-15 of which came in the second half-and 10 rebounds. Nick Collison had 17 points and nine boards. Kirk Hinrich added 15 points to go with his seven assists, and Keith Langford scored 12.
Kansas shot 50% for the afternoon, while holding Oklahoma to just under 42%. KU outrebounded OU 38-33.
Next up for the Jayhawks is a trip to Iowa State on Wedsnesday the 23rd. Tip off is set for 8 p.m.
See tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, and KUSports.com, for full coverage of tonight’s game.
Kansas saw a 22-point second half lead dwindle down to six with under three minutes to play, and struggled at the line in defense of that lead. KU, perhaps inspired by the presence of the great Bill Bridges, managed to hold on for a 7-point win.
Oklahoma started out cold-very cold. Five minutes into the game they only had one basket and a pair of free throws on the board. Kansas was shooting only marginally better, and seemed to catch OU’s cold halfway through the first half when the visitors went on an 11-0 run to take a five-point lead.
Kirk Hinrich nailed a shot right at the end of the half to cap a 13-5 Kansas run and help KU to a 30-25 halftime lead.
In lieu of the usual halftime activities, this afternoon’s break was a ceremony honoring KU great Bill Bridges, who was the first conference player to go over the millenium mark in both points and rebounds. Bridges received a copy of his KU Hall of Fame portrait and a replica of the award given to the Jayhawk with the most rebounds each season. Read the Lawrence Journal-World story on Bridges.
The Jayhawks exploded into the second half, hitting just about every shot while taking command of the game. Just when it looked like the game was turning into a blowout, the Sooners tuned out the raucous Allen Fieldhouse crowd and went on a 16-2 run.
Not much later after that, KU’s lead was down to six points. Kansas did not go dead cold at the line, but certainly gave the crowd a few chills as more than a few KU free throws clanked away. Kansas ended the day just 17 for 29 from the line (58.6%).
The Sooner comeback fell just short enough, as Kansas’ endgame proved strong enough to save the win.
As usual, Drew Gooden led Kansas with 19 points-15 of which came in the second half-and 10 rebounds. Nick Collison had 17 points and nine boards. Kirk Hinrich added 15 points to go with his seven assists, and Keith Langford scored 12.
Kansas shot 50% for the afternoon, while holding Oklahoma to just under 42%. KU outrebounded OU 38-33.
Next up for the Jayhawks is a trip to Iowa State on Wedsnesday the 23rd. Tip off is set for 8 p.m.
See tomorrow’s Lawrence Journal-World, and KUSports.com, for full coverage of tonight’s game.
