Notre Dame looks to maintain its perfect home record against No. 24 Kansas on Monday, Nov. 24 at 2:30 p.m. ET in Las Vegas. The Fighting Irish are 4-0 at home this season. Kansas enters the matchup with a 3-2 record without its star freshman Darryn Peterson.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Notre Dame is undefeated at home with a 4-0 record.
- Kansas ranked No. 24 in latest AP Poll, missing star Darryn Peterson due to hamstring injury.
- Game takes place at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
- Notre Dame leads the all-time series 9-3 including 3-0 at neutral sites.
- Betting line favors Kansas by 4.5-5.5 points despite being on the road.
The Tale of Two Unbeaten Streaks
Here’s the thing: Notre Dame has been rock solid at home. The Fighting Irish are sitting pretty at 4-0 inside their own building. Recent wins include 89-67 over Long Island and 71-68 over Ohio State. That home dominance is the real story heading into tonight.
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Kansas, meanwhile, comes in as a 4.5-point favorite despite the massive injury concerns. So what’s the deal? The Jayhawks won 2 of their last 3 games without Peterson. That’s solid resilience. But this neutral-court setup in Las Vegas changes everything. Notre Dame actually leads the head-to-head series 9-3, and the Irish are 3-0 against the Jayhawks at neutral sites.
The Irish have been winning the first half. According to pregame analysis, Notre Dame has won the opening half in each of its last 7 games against non-conference opponents. Plus, Notre Dame is 3-7 straight up as an underdog in their last 10, but this team feels different.
Kansas Deals With Key Absence
Darryn Peterson, Kansas‘s potential No. 1 NBA draft pick, remains sidelined with a hamstring injury. Coach Bill Self announced Peterson would miss the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. The freshman had been dealing with the issue for weeks, sitting out the last 3 consecutive games.
Without Peterson, the Jayhawks still managed victories. But scoring depth matters. Kansas lost to Duke by 12 earlier this season, 78-66, on a neutral court. Depth and second-half adjustments will be crucial tonight.
Matchup by the Numbers
| Stat | Notre Dame | Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 4-1 | 3-2 |
| Home Record | 4-0 | TBA |
| AP Ranking | Unranked | No. 24 |
| Key Players Available | Full roster | Peterson out |
| Spread | +4.5 to +5.5 | -4.5 to -5.5 |
The numbers tell an interesting story. Notre Dame has been money at home. Kansas entered the season ranked higher in preseason polls but has struggled to build momentum. Bill Self‘s squad sits 3-2 right now, with Peterson‘s absence casting doubt on their depth.
What’s Next for This Contest?
Here’s what to watch: Notre Dame‘s first-half execution. If the Irish can get out to an early lead, Kansas will face serious pressure. Plus, without Peterson, the Jayhawks lack the scoring punch needed to chase a team that’s been flawless at home.
The total sits at 141.5 points, suggesting a moderately paced game. Notre Dame could very well keep this perfect home record alive. Plus, Notre Dame has been winning first halves consistently.
Will Notre Dame stay perfect at home, or can Kansas rally without its star freshman? Game time is 2:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 24.
Sources
- ESPN – Live coverage and game statistics.
- CBS Sports – Prediction analysis and injury updates.
- USA Today – Darryn Peterson injury news and Kansas roster status.
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