A battle of brains versus brawn the brawn sneaked a victory 75-69. The Jayhawks were led in scoring by Frank Mason who dropped 21 points and five points and rebounding by Landen Lucas who grabbed eight boards. Two other Jayhawks also dropped double-digit points, Perry Ellis and Devonte’ Graham, both with 12.

The Jayhawks jumped up to the number two spot in the AP Poll behind the only team to beat them on the season, Michigan State.

Next up for KU is Holy Cross on Wednesday (12-9-15) at 7 p.m. in Allen Field.