Desperate for a Big 12 win, the Cincinnati Bearcats held the lead until midway through the second half but couldn't knock off No. 11 Kansas Saturday afternoon. The Jayhawks completed the comeback winning going away,

Kansas basketball traveled to face Cincinnati on Saturday on the road during Big 12 Conference play. Here are some takeaways from the matchup.

Cincinnati’s stellar defense will test Kansas. The Jayhawks must be aggressive from the opening tip. KU wants to score inside, and that may not be easy. In addition, KU must play its usual stellar defense and not be afraid to get physical. It’s not necessarily bad if the Jayhawks foul UC, as the Bearcats struggle at the line.