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Big 12 powers collide


Last updated Feb. 03, 2006, 2:37 p.m.
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Kyle Geiken

Game Notes:

  • KU has beaten OU seven straight games in Lawrence
  • Since the Big 12 originated 10 years ago, Kansas ranks first in BIg 12 regular-season victories with 123, while Oklahoma is second with 105
  • KU and OU tied for last season's Big 12 regular-season championship with 12-4 records
  • Senior Christian Moody ranks first on the team with 295 career points, while freshman
  • Brandon Rush is second with 292
  • Rush is shooting 50 percent from downtown and averages 14.6 points, tying him with Danny Manning for the highest average for a freshman in KU history
Two of the hottest teams in the Big 12 square off at 12 p.m. Sunday in Allen Fieldhouse. The Kansas Jayhawks (14-6, 5-2) have won the last five games, giving them a record of 11-2 in the last 13 games. The No. 19 Oklahoma Sooners (14-4, 5-2) are riding on a five-game winning streak, including a 82-72 victory over then-No. 4 Texas Jan. 28. Both teams are one game behind Texas for first place in the conference. Bill Self said the teams' winning streaks don't matter in setting the stage for Sunday's match-up.
Bill Self said KU's and OU's streaks won't have a big impact on the game.

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Christian Moody talked about how the team has grown and become more confident throughout the season.

Self talked about his philosophy of preparing for the long-run instead of giving unearned playing time to freshman.

With all the hype about freshman sensation Brandon Rush, Self said he wants Rush to make a decision that is right for him and his family.

Self said that sophomore Russell Robinson and freshman Mario Chalmers can be one of the best back courts in the country -- if they decide to stay at KU.

Self talked about Robinson's improving defense.
While Sunday's match-up is critical to remain in the race to catch Texas, Self spoke a lot about the future of the team, particularly the freshman.