NEW ORLEANS
Game Two
Kansas 64, Ohio State 62
Why Kansas won: Despite trailing by 13 points late in the first half, the Jayhawks moved to Monday night’s title game because of their staple – half-court defense. They held the Buckeyes to eight of 33 (.242) shooting from the field in the second half.
The Turning Point: After going up 59-56 with 2:22 following an Aaron Craft steal and layup, the Buckeyes didn’t score again until William Buford’s follow with 9.6 seconds to go
The Star: All-American forward Thomas Robinson was erratic and ineffective early – he seems to be rushing his offense and was briefly benched by Coach Bill Self – but finished strong, attacking the OSU defenders precisely and assertively while finishing with a team-high 19 points.
The X Factor: Once again, it was the play of juniors Jeff Withey (seven blocked shots while helping hold All-American Jared Sullinger to five of 19 from the field) and Elijah Johnson (13 points and 10 rebounds) for the Jayhawks
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