The No. 16 Jayhawks dominated No. 8 Iowa State, 69-52, at Allen Fieldhouse on Monday night, snapping their recent skid and proving once again that they don’t stay down for long. Kansas is now 5-1 in games following a loss this season, a testament to Bill Self’s ability to rally his team when it matters most.

In a game featuring two teams desperate for a win, the 16th-ranked Jayhawks played with the sense of urgency that No. 8 Iowa State lacked. Using desperation as fuel, KU blew out the Cyclones 69-52 at Allen Fieldhouse.

Kansas basketball had a chance for a Big 12 Conference win at home against Iowa State. Were the Jayhawks able to get this done?