KU’s David Coit hit a 3-pointer to get the Jayhawks within 2 (61-59) with 20 seconds left, but Houston’s Emanuel Sharp hit both free throws after getting fouled. On the next possession, KU’s Dajuan Harris turned the ball over.

The Jayhawks lost two games in the first three days of March, and dropped the a close game to Houston for the second time.

The Kansas Jayhawks head out on the road for the final time this season, as they travel down to Texas to take on the Houston Cougars. The Jayhawks need a marquee win or two to solidify their NCAA Tournament resume,