Free Sports Game Preview and Prediction: BYU vs. Kansas
Saturday, January 31, 2026 4:30 PM
Play: Point Spread: +4.5/-110 BYU
SATURDAY is PAYDAY for us in college basketball as we bash the books with another big day: TOP RATED SEC GAME OF THE MONTH (12-4 BIG GAME RUN), LAS VEGAS STRIP MOVE, SLAM DUNK, and 71% ODDSMAKERS MISTAKE plays. Saturday’s FREE WINNER: BYU COUGARS. Game 691. 1:00 PM PST/4:00 PM EST. After a 16-1 start to the campaign, the BYU Cougars have dropped two of their last three outings. Granted, they were against two of the best teams in the country and the Texas Tech red Raiders, and the Arizona Wildcats, but I feel this team comes up big here today on the road at the Kansas Jayhawks. Yes, I will also admit this team has failed to cover five straight contests. But they must bounce back here today if they're going to make a run in the Big 12. They have been less than stellar against the spread this season covering just eight of their 20 games played, but enter today's matchup with their backs up against the wall needing a victory, and with some momentum in this rivalry. The Cougars took the last two meetings against the Jayhawks over the last two seasons, the 2024 matchup on the road, 76-68, and the 2025 meeting at home, 91-57. Speaking of Kansas, after struggling a bit early this month, they have now rattled off four consecutive wins and covers. Both teams have talented backcourts and very strong front court talent. While the Jayhawks defense certainly boasts better statistics, the Cougars offense has been absolutely incredible. There's also a bit of a mismatch on the defensive glass, benefiting the visitor here. This game will be won in the paint, and I feel BYU can compete very well down low. They also need this one. Take BYU. Thank you.