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Darryn Peterson scores 21 but Kansas blows a chance to advance when Dylan Darling hits a last-second layup as St. John's escapes with a 67-65 win in the NCAA Tournament second round, ending Peterson's Kansas career and prompting questions about his NBA future and Bill Self's tenure.
ESPN analyst Seth Greenberg revealed his top five players for the 2026 Men’s March Madness, highlighting Cameron Boozer (Duke), Darius Acuff Jr. (Arkansas), AJ Dybantsa (BYU), Keaton Wagler (Illinois), and Darryn Peterson (Kansas) as potential game-changers with elite scoring, versatility and NBA upside, while noting questions about fit, health, and how well they’ll carry their teams through the tournament.
An updated 2026 NBA Draft mock from SB Nation’s Ricky O’Donnell places Cameron Boozer at No. 1 ahead of AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, arguing Boozer’s versatility and production make him the top prospect while noting Dybantsa’s scoring package and Peterson’s injury-limited season keep them close. Louisville’s Mikel Brown Jr. rises into the top-6, but the back half of the lottery remains unsettled and the piece also lists 10 underrated prospects to watch as March Madness and the May 10 lottery loom.
KU freshman Darryn Peterson played 30 minutes and scored 14 points in a 69-56 win over No. 5 Houston, weathering a brief thigh cramp before returning; Self praised his on-ball defense and the step forward, noting the electric environment and a key second-half 3 that helped stretch KU’s lead.
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson discusses his injury-related absences in a candid interview, saying basketball is his life and he would have played every game if possible, as he navigates a season disrupted by injuries and maintains his status as a top NBA prospect.
Darryn Peterson, projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, has missed 11 of Kansas' 27 games due to hamstring, ankle and cramps injuries and pushes back on the narrative that he's choosing to sit out, saying basketball is his life. He sparked attention after benching himself for 18 minutes in a win at Oklahoma State; coach Bill Self cautioned that availability matters for NCAA tournament success. Peterson traces his work ethic to his Canton, Ohio upbringing and emphasized he would be on the floor if possible, with the goal of being healthy for the NCAA tournament. Only Kenyon Martin and Kyrie Irving have been drafted No. 1 after missing more than 10 college games.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson left a game with cramps after three minutes into the second half but still scored 23 in 18 minutes against Oklahoma State, fueling ongoing speculation about his health and top‑pick draft status; KU and coach Bill Self, along with AD Travis Goff, express support while the true extent of his cramps remains a talking point ahead of March and the NBA Draft.
In Kansas' 81-69 victory over Oklahoma State, Bill Self called Darryn Peterson's limited second-half due to cramps 'disappointing' after he scored 23 points in 18 minutes. Peterson has missed 11 games this season with cramps, hamstring and ankle injuries, and Self said the team has learned to play without him while considering how his durability could affect NCAA tournament readiness.
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson has battled a hamstring strain, ankle sprain, quad issues and cramps that have limited him to 15 of 26 games and caused several early exits, with Bill Self defending him amid questions about durability as March Madness approaches; the situation remains a focal point for Kansas and NBA scouts ahead of the draft.
Kansas freshman Darryn Peterson scored 23 in 18 minutes before cramping and subbing himself out, fueling renewed debate over load management and NIL-era pay for top college players as Kansas won without him.
Darryn Peterson scored 23 points in 19 minutes before cramping sidelined him for the final 17:22 of Kansas’ 81-69 win against Oklahoma State. Coach Bill Self called the cramps a concern with the NCAA Tournament four weeks away, noting Peterson’s injury-plagued season and KU’s 9-2 mark without him.
Kansas coach Bill Self expressed growing frustration with freshman Darryn Peterson’s recurring cramps and early exits, noting he only played 18 minutes but still dropped 23 points in an 81-69 win at Oklahoma State. Peterson, averaging around 20 points per game, has missed time with injuries and load-management concerns, raising worries about his availability for the NCAA Tournament even after Kansas’ win over Arizona without him. Self warned that a single bout like this can derail a season, underscoring the need for Peterson to stay healthy for postseason play.
No. 9 Kansas rallied to upset No. 1 Arizona 82-78 at Allen Fieldhouse without star Darryn Peterson, as Melvin Council Jr. and Flory Bidunga each poured in 23 points and KU’s defense clamped down in the second half to erase a 45-42 halftime margin and keep the Jayhawks in the Big 12 title race.
Darryn Peterson scored 19 points, including two go-ahead 3-pointers in the final 44 seconds, to lift Kansas to a 64-61 road win at Texas Tech. KU overcame 15 turnovers and a 9-offensive-rebound deficit to extend their winning streak to six, despite uneven perimeter defense and shooting. Tech’s strong 3-point start cooled late as KU closed it out and the Jayhawks head home to host Utah.
NBA scouts remain high on Darryn Peterson's pro potential at Kansas, ranking him among the top 2026 draft prospects, but his on/off availability due to cramps, hamstring and ankle issues has sparked debate about medical risk, potential over-cautious management by his camp, and his pain tolerance, leaving teams to weigh health against talent as the draft approaches.