Peterson's love for basketball has been cross-examined. Peterson's been accused of dreaded load management. Peterson's buy-in for Kansas has been questioned. He's been given a harsh "DNP" nickname. Hall of Famer Dick Vitale even called it a "soap opera" and pleaded for a divorce between Kansas and Peterson.

After Kansas defeated Houston on Monday night, Kansas coach Bill Self stumped for the HOF candidacy of Houston coach Kelvin Sampson.

Tonight’s Big 12 slate features Flory Bidunga and the No. 14-ranked Kansas Jayhawks facing the No. 5 Houston Cougars.

Kansas star Darryn Peterson is downplaying the criticisms of his playing time. Speaking to reporters after Monday's marquee win over Houston, Peterson said, "I don't really pay attention to it anymore" when asked about some of the concerns that came out from a game against Oklahoma State last week.

Houston basketball star Kingston Flemings had a special night on Monday, despite struggling to score against Kansas.

The Darryn Peterson saga, situation or whatever you want to call it continues to dominate the conversation surrounding the Jayhawks. Even when Peterson plays, fans find a reason to be upset, as the responses to a viral photo from Saturday's loss to Cincinnati shows.

Coming off a loss to Cincinnati, where head coach Bill Self stood in front of the student section camping out the matchup against No. 5 Houston and apologized for the level of play the Jayhawks showed,