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Freshman Darryn Peterson Impresses with 21 Points in 22 Minutes in Win for No. 19 Kansas

Freshman guard Darryn Peterson scored 21 points in 22 minutes, helping Kansas defeat Green Bay 94-51 in the season opener, with coach Bill Self praising his poise and defense.

  • On Nov 4, 2025, Darryn Peterson scored 21 points in 22 minutes as Kansas Jayhawks defeated Green Bay Phoenix 94-51 in LAWRENCE, Kan.
  • A five-star recruit, Darryn Peterson chose Bill Self's Kansas over Kentucky, North Carolina, Michigan and Duke after scoring 26 points in an Oct. 24 exhibition win over Louisville.
  • Peterson shot efficiently, going 7 of 11 overall with 3 for 7 from 3-point range and scored 18 first-half points with three rebounds, three assists and two steals.
  • Bill Self said Peterson could have played more than 22 minutes, but cramping forced his exit, a condition staff will monitor before facing North Carolina on Friday.
  • On Monday, Darryn Peterson, Kansas freshman guard, was named to the preseason Naismith Trophy Player of the Year Watch List and is one of eight freshmen with Preseason Big 12 Player of the Year honors.
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Peterson scores 21 points in 22 minutes in debut to lead No. 19 Kansas past Green Bay 94-51

Freshman Darryn Peterson scored 21 points in 22 minutes in his debut to lead No. 19 Kansas past Green Bay 94-51 in the season opener for both teams.

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