The Utes (13-11, 5-8 in Big 12) are attempting to put themselves in the best position possible for the Big 12 tournament. It’s the first game between these two teams this season. Follow along for more updates from the game: RELATED: Kansas basketball vs Utah: Scouting report,

The Kansas Jayhawks have struggled quite a bit on the road this season, and today marks the beginning of a two game swing into the state of Utah. Up first is a late-night game against the Utah Utes. The Utes have struggled in their first season in the Big 12,

The Jayhawks obviously hope to return to Lawrence on a three-game win streak. After beating Colorado at Allen Fieldhouse Tuesday, their next obstacle is beating the Utes on their home turf in Utah. The key for the Jayhawks will be forcing the Utes to turn over the ball. Utah’s prone to security issues in that regard.