The BYU Cougars (19-8) have an appealing Big 12 showdown against the seventh-ranked Kansas Jayhawks (21-6) coming up on Tuesday, February 27 at 8:00 PM ET at the Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. The Jayhawks are favorites at home, as they carry a point spread at -6.5 (-110).

The Cougars have been a dangerous team this season, but are currently 3-2 in their last five games. Their most recent performance was an 84-74 defeat against the Kansas State Wildcats.

Jaxson Robertson leads their offense with 13.9 points per game, excelling in quality shot opportunities with a 42.7 percent field goal accuracy and an 87.8 percent success rate in foul shots, making him a potential key player late in the game.

The Cougars consistently score an average of 82.8 points per game, showcasing effective teamwork with a notable 46.6 percent field goal accuracy and an average of 19.1 assists. If they maintain this pace, their offensive performance appears promising.

Defensively, they limit opponents to 69.3 points, resulting in a positive point differential. The Cougars also boast impressive defensive stats, including 40.0 rebounds, 2.8 blocks, and 6.3 steals per game.

The Jayhawks have also gone 3-2 in their last five matchups, but have won their last two straight games. Their most recent success was an 86-67 battle over the Texas Longhorns, with Hunter Dickinson leading in points with 20 to help seal it.

Kevin McCullar Jr. consistently contributes to the team's offense, leading with an average of 19.0 points per game. He maintains a shooting accuracy of 46.3 percent from the field and an impressive 79.3 percent at the foul line.

The Jayhawks maintain a steady scoring average of 77.0 points per game, with a 50.2 percent success rate in field goals. Their adept ball movement results in an impressive 19.7 assists per game, showcasing excellent teamwork.

Defensively, they limit opponents to an average of 67.6 points per game, highlighting a noteworthy point differential compared to their offensive prowess. Additionally, they secure 39.3 rebounds, block 3.7 shots, and record 7.6 steals per game, factors likely to significantly impact their overall performance.

Bookmaker has established the odds for the college basketball game, suggesting that the Kansas Jayhawks enjoy a 6.5-point home advantage. Market analysis indicates a 71.5 percent probability of their victory in this matchup.

Should the Jayhawks maintain their positive momentum, the home-court advantage solidifies their position in this game. There is arguably no answer from the Cougars in slowing down Hunter Dickinson (18.3 PPG, 10.9 REB), so he should have a big game.