60 California Baptist (Mar 20, 2026) Game Recap
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Key Points:
- Darryn Peterson scored 28 points, including four 3-pointers, to lead fourth-seeded Kansas to a 68-60 victory over NCAA Tournament newcomer Cal Baptist despite nearly losing a 26-point lead.
- Kansas will face No. 5-seeded St. John's, coached by Rick Pitino, in the second round, marking a matchup between two Hall of Fame coaches.
- Cal Baptist, making its first NCAA Tournament appearance, mounted a late 18-2 run led by Dominique Daniels Jr.'s 25 points but fell short in the final minutes.
- Kansas struggled with cold shooting early, hitting just 40% of their shots overall, and coach Bill Self noted the team played too cautiously down the stretch
