The Kansas Jayhawks suffered a 76-43 defeat against No. 18 West Virginia after a slow start in their recent game. West Virginia dominated from the beginning, scoring the first 18 points of the game and capitalizing on 13 Kansas turnovers. S’Mya Nichols led Kansas with 12 points, while Laia Conesa recorded seven points, three assists, and five steals. Despite the loss, Kansas tied a season-high in steals and turned 20 West Virginia turnovers into 15 points. The team struggled with defensive pressure but showed improvement in the second half. Kansas is now 14-9 on the year and 4-8 in Big 12 play. West Virginia’s victory brings their record to 18-4. Next, Kansas will face the Cincinnati Bearcats on Feb. 8 at Fifth Third Arena. Tipoff is set for 11:00 AM CT and the game will be streamed on ESPN+. This upcoming game will be crucial for Kansas to bounce back from their recent defeats and secure a win on the road against Cincinnati. The team will be looking to improve their performance against defensive pressure and come out more aggressive on offense.
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