KU Basketball vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: Starters, TV Schedule, and Tipoff Time
The Kansas Jayhawks will host the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders on Tuesday at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. The game will commence at 7 p.m. CT and is part of an exciting season for both teams. Kansas enters the matchup with a 1-1 record this season, while Texas A&M-Corpus Christi comes in at 1-2.
KU Basketball vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi: Game Details
- Date and Time: Tuesday, 7 p.m. CT
- Location: Allen Fieldhouse, Lawrence, Kansas
- Streaming: ESPN+
- Radio: WHB (810) in Kansas City; ESPN Wichita (92.3 FM)
Probable Starters
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi
- Sheldon Williams, F, Sr., 6’8″, 15.7 ppg
- Franck Yetna, F, Sr., 6’7″, 6.7 ppg
- D’Avian Houston, G, Sr., 6’2″, 5.7 ppg
- Kam Parker, G, Sr., 6’2″, 10.7 ppg
- Daniel Michelini-Jackson, G, Jr., 6’5″, 9.7 ppg
Kansas Jayhawks
- Flory Bidunga, F, Soph., 6’10”, 15.5 ppg
- Tre White, G, Sr., 6’7″, 9.5 ppg
- Melvin Council Jr., G, Sr., 6’4″, 8.0 ppg
- Kohl Rosario, G, Fr., 6’6″, 6.5 ppg
- Darryn Peterson, G, Fr., 6’6″, 21.5 ppg
Team Insights
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has had a dynamic roster this season, featuring eight transfers and four freshmen. The Islanders have seen success in past seasons, achieving four consecutive seasons with at least 20 wins, a program first. Under head coach Jim Shaw, who has a record of 42-28, the team aims to build on its NCAA Tournament success, having won their inaugural NCAA Tournament game last season.
For Kansas, the Jayhawks are looking to rebound after their recent performance. They have a rich history against the Islanders, leading the all-time series 1-0. Kansas secured a significant win against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi in their previous matchup in 2010, finishing with an 82-41 victory.
Recent Performances
Kansas’ recent games have seen standout performances. Tre White achieved a milestone, scoring his 1,000th career point. Freshmen like Darryn Peterson have also made headlines, becoming the first KU freshman to record back-to-back 20-point games since 2019.
The Jayhawks are currently 1-1, struggling with their early season form. In contrast, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi has faced mixed results, with losses to SMU and Tarleton State overshadowing a strong win against Trinity.
As both teams prepare for this matchup, fans can expect an engaging contest filled with potential standout players and pivotal moments.
