KU Basketball vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: Projected Starters, TV Schedule & Tipoff
Kansas will host Texas A&M-Corpus Christi on Tuesday at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhawks currently hold a record of 1-1 this season. In contrast, the Islanders come into the game with a record of 1-2, featuring a roster that includes eight transfers and four freshmen. The game is expected to be competitive as both teams seek to improve their standings.
Game Details
Fans can catch the action starting at 7 p.m. at Allen Fieldhouse. The game will be available to stream on ESPN+, and local radio coverage will be provided by WHB (810) in Kansas City and ESPN Wichita (92.3 FM).
Projected Starters
- Texas A&M-Corpus Christi (1-2)
- Sheldon Williams, F (No. 6), 6-8, Sr., 15.7 ppg
- Franck Yetna, F (22), 6-7, Sr., 6.7 ppg
- D’Avian Houston, G (0), 6-2, Sr., 5.7 ppg
- Kam Parker, G (4), 6-2, Sr., 10.7 ppg
- Daniel Michelini-Jackson, G (10), 6-5, Jr., 9.7 ppg
- Kansas (1-1)
- Flory Bidunga, F (40), 6-10, Soph., 15.5 ppg
- Tre White, G (3), 6-7, Sr., 9.5 ppg
- Melvin Council Jr., G (14), 6-4, Sr., 8.0 ppg
- Kohl Rosario, G (7), 6-6, Fr., 6.5 ppg
- Darryn Peterson, G (22), 6-6, Fr., 21.5 ppg
About Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
The Islanders have secured one victory this season against Trinity with a score of 83-56. However, they have faced setbacks against SMU, losing 69-58, and Tarleton State, with a score of 85-77. Their roster is characterized by a blend of talent, highlighted by eight transfers and four freshmen.
Head coach Jim Shaw holds a 42-28 record in his three seasons at the helm. Notably, A&M-Corpus Christi is one of four Division I programs in Texas that have maintained four consecutive seasons with at least 20 wins. This achievement marks a historic milestone for the Islanders.
About Kansas Jayhawks
The No. 25-ranked Jayhawks currently lead the all-time series with Texas A&M-Corpus Christi, boasting a victory of 82-41 in their previous encounter on November 23, 2010. Kansas aims to bounce back after starting 1-1, which is their first occurrence of an identical record since the 2020-21 season.
Head coach Bill Self has a remarkable all-time record of 817-262, with Kansas achieving a total of 2,415 victories throughout its history. Kansas has also won 21 consecutive nonconference games at Allen Fieldhouse, indicative of their strong performance at home.
Key Player Highlights
- Tre White reached 1,000 career points with a three-pointer in the match against North Carolina.
- Darryn Peterson excelled with back-to-back 20-point games, a feat not accomplished by a KU freshman since Ochai Agbaji.
- Flory Bidunga marked his 100th career field goal recently, underscoring his contributions on the court.
This matchup promises excitement as Kansas faces Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in a battle that could shape the early season narratives for both teams.
