In a thrilling encounter at the T-Mobile Arena, the Kansas Jayhawks edged past the Duke Blue Devils 75-72 during the Vegas Showdown in Las Vegas. The match featured top college basketball programs and saw Kansas maintain their perfect record with standout performances from Dajuan Harris Jr., Zeke Mayo, and Hunter Dickinson. Duke's late surge, led by Tyrese Proctor and Cooper Flagg, proved too late against Kansas's defense. The victory marks Kansas's fourth win over Duke in their last five meetings, solidifying their dominance in this historic rivalry.
In a highly anticipated college basketball showdown, the No. 15 Marquette Golden Eagles defeated the No. 6 Purdue Boilermakers, ending Purdue's 39-game regular-season nonconference winning streak. Led by a stellar triple-double performance from senior guard Kam Jones and a strong defensive strategy, Marquette dominated the game, signaling their strong position as NCAA contenders under coach Shaka Smart.
Olivier Rioux, standing at 7-foot-9 and the world's tallest teenager, will redshirt his freshman year at the Florida Gators, choosing development over playing time in the 2024-25 season. This decision, supported by the coaching staff and Rioux's family, is aimed at preparing him for future on-court success. Despite the excitement from fans, Head Coach Todd Golden emphasizes the importance of development without game pressure.