KU vs. Princeton: Basketball Starters, TV Schedule, and Tip-Off Time
The Kansas Jayhawks, currently at 2-1 in the 2025-26 men’s basketball season, are set to face Princeton this Saturday. The game is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. This matchup comes on the heels of Kansas’ recent victory over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.
Kansas vs. Princeton: Game Details
- Date: Saturday
- Time: 1 p.m. CST
- Location: Allen Fieldhouse, Lawrence, Kansas
- Streaming: ESPN+
- Radio: WHB (810) Kansas City; ESPN Wichita (92.3 FM)
Probable Starters
Princeton (2-1)
- F (No. 4): CJ Happy, 6-9 Sophomore, 9.0 ppg
- F (7): Malik Abdullahi, 6-7 Sophomore, 8.0 ppg
- G (21): Jack Stanton, 6-2 Sophomore, 7.3 ppg
- G (22): Dalen Davis, 6-0 Junior, 16.3 ppg
- G (33): Jackson Hicke, 6-5 Junior, 10.7 ppg
Kansas (2-1)
- F (40): Flory Bidunga, 6-10 Sophomore, 14.3 ppg
- G (3): Tre White, 6-7 Senior, 10.0 ppg
- G (13): Elmarko Jackson, 6-3 Sophomore, 21.5 ppg
- G (14): Melvin Council Jr., 6-4 Senior, 6.7 ppg
- G (7): Kohl Rosario, 6-6 Freshman, 9.7 ppg
About Princeton’s Season
Princeton enters this game with a record of 2-1. After a heavy loss to Akron in their season opener, Princeton has bounced back with wins against Bucknell and John Jay. The team seeks to build upon its success, having won three of the last four Ivy League championships.
Head coach Mitch Henderson boasts an impressive record of 253-133 in his 15 seasons, ranking as the school’s second-winningest coach. Last season, Princeton finished 19-11, reaching the Ivy League semifinals.
About Kansas’ Season
Kansas leads the all-time series against Princeton, holding a 2-0 record. The Jayhawks won their previous meetings in 1999 and 2001.
Under the guidance of head coach Bill Self, Kansas has achieved a record of 2-1 or better for the past 20 seasons. The team is known for its dominance at home, boasting 22 consecutive nonconference wins at Allen Fieldhouse.
Key Statistics and Highlights
- Kansas recently blocked 12 shots in their last game against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.
- Freshman Kohl Rosario scored 16 points and grabbed five rebounds in his last outing.
- Kansas’ triumph over Texas A&M-Corpus Christi marked a significant defensive performance, allowing only 46 points.
This matchup promises to be an exciting clash between two programs with rich basketball histories. Fans can catch the game live on ESPN+ or tune into local radio broadcasts. Be sure not to miss this engaging showdown at Allen Fieldhouse!
