Kansas outpaces Kentucky in Champions Classic matchup
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 2:43 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

Kansas defeated Kentucky 89-69 in the Champions Classic held in Chicago. The Jayhawks, with only three weeks of practice, showcased strong team chemistry, significantly aided by Trey Kaufman-Renn's 12 points and six assists. Meanwhile, Kentucky struggled offensively, limited by foul troubles and a lack of assists from their backcourt. Kansas's ability to exploit Kentucky's weaknesses, particularly through effective cuts leading to 14 points, was a decisive factor in the game. Kentucky's next challenge will involve addressing their offensive strategy, which fell short against Kansas's defense.
- •Final score: Kansas 89, Kentucky 69
- •Trey Kaufman-Renn contributes 12 points, 6 assists
- •Kansas capitalizes with 14 points from effective cuts
- •Kentucky's backcourt combines for only one assist
- •Mark Pope admits team needs to learn from the loss
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"The boos rained down in the United Center after Kentucky flopped its first real test vs. the Jayhawks
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