Kansas Players Honored in All-Big Twelve Teams

0:00On March 10th, the all big 12 teams came out on Monday after the regular season wrapped up. Kansas landed three players across the list, with Florian Bedunga earning defensive player of the year and a spot on the first team. Freshman Guard Darren Peterson made second team, while Melvin Counsel Jr. got honorable mention. Peterson's placement raised some eyebrows at first, but it makes sense when you dig in. He dealt with cramping that kept him out of key moments, including parts of many games and missing 11 contests overall. Fans and analysts agree. His talent shines through when he's healthy, putting up standout numbers that stack up against the best in the conference. Still, availability played a big role in the selections, separating him from first-team guys who suited up for nearly every game. Most first-team picks logged all 31 regular season games, helping their teams stay consistent. Peterson's impact was huge in his 20 appearances, but those absences meant he couldn't edge them out. Kansas heads into the postseason with momentum from these honors, setting the stage for a deep run as Bedunga anchors the defense and Peterson I's A full recovery.