""[Peterson's family] made a decision, which I don't disagree with it at all, that they want him to be as close to 100% as possible when he comes back," Self said. "He's just not quite there yet. It's a day-to-day deal. He will be [ready]. I wish he could have played tonight, but the fact of the matter is other guys got some run and did well. "So hopefully giving other guys some opportunities will make us deeper when we get into conference play.""
""When he has been available, the 6-foot-6 wing has demonstrated all the star qualities that landed him atop ESPN's latest 2026 NBA mock draft. He is averaging 19.3 points and connecting on 42.3% of his shots from beyond the arc. In Peterson's absence, Kansas has turned to its defensive edge. The Jayhawks are currently seventh in adjusted defensive efficiency, per KenPom.""
Darryn Peterson has been limited to four games this season because of quad and hamstring injuries. His family prefers he not return until he is as close to 100% as possible, and Kansas coach Bill Self said he agrees. Peterson missed his second straight game Monday and his ninth overall. When available, the 6-foot-6 wing averages 19.3 points and shoots 42.3% from three. Kansas has leaned on its defense in his absence, ranking seventh in adjusted defensive efficiency, and Monday's 90-61 win featured six players in double figures. Peterson is pushing to return but remains day-to-day.
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