emilystone
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Lawrence-- The Longhorns seemed to up their offensive game today against Kansas, but it was not enough to beat the #2 team. Texas fell to the Jayhawks 79-67, following a strong effort from Smart and his team.
The Jayhawks held the lead from their first three pointer within the first minute of play, all the way to the final buzzer. The smallest point margin for Texas was three points, and that was as close as it got. It was an attempt at a game of catch-up for the Longhorns, but despite their efforts, they went into the second half down by eight, the score being 41-33.
The second half started with Texas winning the tipoff, but this momentum was not enough to push them ahead of Kansas. After a quick turnover from Jarrett Allen, the Jayhawks continued to score. Kansas' 79 points put Texas 1-6 in conference, their first losing record since the 2012-2013 season under coach Rick Barnes.
LIGHTS AMONGST THE FALL
Let's take a look at a positive. Although the Horns fell, freshman Jarrett Allen posted 22 points and 19 rebounds, the most points and rebounds out of both teams. Freshman Andrew Jones sat atop the Longhorn's leaderboard for assists, making five throughout the game. Jones also scored an impressive 15 points. Senior Shaquille Cleare had 11 points, and sophomore Eric Davis Jr. had 12.
WHAT'S NEXT
Texas continues conference play on January 23, when they host the University of Oklahoma. In order to defeat the Sooners, Texas needs to continue to improve their offense, as well as their defense.
The Jayhawks held the lead from their first three pointer within the first minute of play, all the way to the final buzzer. The smallest point margin for Texas was three points, and that was as close as it got. It was an attempt at a game of catch-up for the Longhorns, but despite their efforts, they went into the second half down by eight, the score being 41-33.
The second half started with Texas winning the tipoff, but this momentum was not enough to push them ahead of Kansas. After a quick turnover from Jarrett Allen, the Jayhawks continued to score. Kansas' 79 points put Texas 1-6 in conference, their first losing record since the 2012-2013 season under coach Rick Barnes.
LIGHTS AMONGST THE FALL
Let's take a look at a positive. Although the Horns fell, freshman Jarrett Allen posted 22 points and 19 rebounds, the most points and rebounds out of both teams. Freshman Andrew Jones sat atop the Longhorn's leaderboard for assists, making five throughout the game. Jones also scored an impressive 15 points. Senior Shaquille Cleare had 11 points, and sophomore Eric Davis Jr. had 12.
WHAT'S NEXT
Texas continues conference play on January 23, when they host the University of Oklahoma. In order to defeat the Sooners, Texas needs to continue to improve their offense, as well as their defense.
