Svi (for 3) tops ratings in blowout victory vs. Omaha

photo by: Nick Krug

Kansas guard Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk (10) elevates for a shot over Omaha guard Daniel Norl (13) and Omaha guard Zach Jackson during the first half on Monday, Dec. 18, 2017 at Allen Fieldhouse.

1 – Svi Mykhailiuk: Came out of aggressive from the tip and never let up. Made 6 of 7 3-pointers, scored 26 points and had four rebounds and four assists to go with one turnover.

2 – Devonte’ Graham: Kept team moving at fast pace, made 5 of 7 3-pointers and had eight assists, four rebounds and just two turnovers. Scored 17 points on a night he attempted just seven shots from the field.

3 – Lagerald Vick: Too quick for Omaha to handle, Vick delivered 15 points and nine rebounds.

4 – Udoka Azubuike: Posted second double-double in a row and third of his career with 11 points and 12 rebounds in 22 minutes.

5 – Malik Newman: Grew hot late and scored 9 of 14 points in the second half. Also had four rebounds and four assists.

6 – Sam Cunliffe: Skied to throw down two lobs, hit a 3-pointer, hustled and showed he will help bring team scoring punch off the bench. Scored nine points in 20 minutes and had two rebounds and two assists.

7 – Marcus Garrett: Stayed closer to the basket and came away with four pints, five rebounds and two assists without turning it over.

8 – Mitch Lightfoot: Played well for the second game in a row, totaling six points, three rebounds and a blocked shot.

SEASON STANDINGS

1 (tie) – Devonte’ Graham (95)

2 (tie) – Lagerald Vick (95)

3 – Svi Mykhailiuk (90)

4 – Udoka Azubuike (83)

5 – Malik Newman (65)

6 – Marcus Garrett (59)

7 – Mitch Lightfoot (49)

8 – Sam Cunliffe (8)