It's the third time Kansas has lost at home this season, which hasn't happened since 1988-89, but another KU disappointing effort isn't the story. This is all about an offensive vision from McCasland and the Texas Tech staff that is blooming on the first day of the most important month of the year.

The Jayhawks (19-10, 10-8 Big 12) have lost three home games in Big 12 play. Forward KJ Adams led the comeback effort — which fell short — with 21 points and 13 rebounds. Hunter Dickinson added 18 points. The game was chaotic.

JT Toppin had 21 points to lead No. 10 Texas Tech to a 78-73 win over Kansas on Saturday. It was the second win at Allen Fieldhouse (2-22) in the school's history. Christian Anderson had 15 points and Darrion Williams scored 14 for Texas Tech (22-7,