Kansas upsets No. 1 Arizona 82-78 to extend Jayhawks’ win streak to eight games.
Darryn Peterson misses 11th game with flu-like symptoms; Jamari McDowell starts.
Flory Bidunga scores 23 with 10 rebounds; Council Jr. and Tiller add key contributions.
The Kansas Jayhawks played their best game of the season Monday night in Allen Fieldhouse, upsetting No. 1-ranked Arizona 82-78 to extend their win streak to eight games.
It was his 11th missed contest, with guard Jamari McDowell starting in his place. McDowell more than rose to the occasion, with 10 points, six rebounds and four steals.
But forward Flory Bidunga was the star, scoring 23 points with 10 rebounds and three blocks. Melvin Council Jr. added 23 points, six rebounds and six assists, and Bryson Tiller broke out for 18 points and eight rebounds.
Relive the epic win with these 20 photos, captured courtside at Allen Fieldhouse.
20 photos of KU’s win over Arizona
Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) shoots a layup over Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) in the first half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Bryson Tiller (15) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) in the first half of the Jayhawks game vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks defenders surround Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) in the first half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga drives at an Arizona defender on Monday, Feb. 9, 2026 inside Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Bryson Tiller (15) shoots a jumper over an Arizona Wildcats defender in the first half of the Jayhawks game vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) wrestles the ball away from an Arizona Wildcats defender in the second half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Bryson Tiller (15) shoots a jumpshot over an Arizona Wildcats defender in the first half of the Jayhawks game vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self argues a call with referee Doug Sirmons in the second half of the win vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) rises up for a 3-point shot as head coach Bill Self looks on in the second half vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) dunks the ball on Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) in the second half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks guard Jamari McDowell (11) grabs a rebound in the second half vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self in the second half of the win vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) goes for a layup against Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) in the second half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks guard Tre White (3) dives on the floor for a loose ball against Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) in the second half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) late in the second half on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Bryson Tiller (15) raises his hands in celebration late in the second half vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self gives high-fives to fans following the win vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks forward Flory Bidunga (40) shouts and chest-bumps guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) on the court following the win vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas Jayhawks guard Melvin Council Jr. (14) hugs head coach Bill Self on the court following the win vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
Kansas athletic director Travis Goff celebrates the Jayhawks’ men's basketball win vs. the Arizona Wildcats on Monday, Feb. 9, at Allen Fieldhouse. Dominick Williams dowilliams@kcstar.com
This story was originally published February 10, 2026 at 9:51 AM.
Dominick Williams serves as a visual journalist for the Kansas City Star. His journalistic endeavors cover a diverse array of topics, notably sports, breaking news, human interest narratives, and culinary features.
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