In a battle of college basketball's most elite and well-known programs, the Kansas Jayhawks were able to defeat the Kentucky Wildcats 77-68 at Rupp Arena in Lexington.

 

The Jayhawks improve to 17-4 on the season, and will take some positive momentum back to Lawrence in time for a massive showdown with the Kansas State Wildcats.

 

In a matchup of two of the best forwards in Divison 1, Jalen Wilson was able to outplay reigning National Player of the Year Oscar Tshiebwe and give his Jayhawks the edge in the paint.

 

Wilson finished with 22 points and 9 rebounds, while limiting Tshiebwe to 18 points and 8 rebounds. KJ Adams had 17 points for Kansas, while Gradey Dick contributed 13.

 

The Jayhawks return back to Allen Fieldhouse for a Sunflower Showdown matchup with Kansas State. This game becomes increasingly important for KU, who look to keep pace with the top teams in the Big 12, and avoid a season sweep at the hands of their rival. Coverage begins on Greatest Hits 104.1 FM at 5:30 p.m. CT Tuesday, with tip scheduled for 7.