Kansas survives close game against Cincinnati in Big 12 Basketball Tournament

The Big 12 Conference basketball tournament saw a thrilling match as Kansas battled against Cincinnati on Wednesday at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. The Jayhawks, seeded No. 6, faced off against the Bearcats, ranked No. 11, in a high-stakes clash.

With the game tipping off close to 9 p.m. (CT), both teams displayed exceptional skills and strategies throughout the matchup. The winner would advance to the quarterfinals to potentially meet the formidable No. 3-seed, Baylor, in the next round.

Earlier this season, Kansas and Cincinnati met once before in Lawrence, with the Jayhawks emerging victorious with a 74-69 win. However, it was evident that the Bearcats came prepared for a rematch, adding an element of unpredictability to the game.

As the game unfolded, fans and viewers tuned in to ESPN2 to witness the intense showdown between the two teams. The atmosphere was electric, with both sets of supporters rallying behind their respective squads in the quest for victory.

Jordan Guskey, the sportswriter covering University of Kansas Athletics at The Topeka Capital-Journal, provided updates and insights on the game, keeping fans informed about the critical plays and momentum shifts throughout the matchup.