While his departure loomed large, Wisconsin found his replacement in star wing John Tonje. The back-to-back Big Ten Player of the Week has accounted for 23 points and over five rebounds per game off 54.3% from the field, 40.6% from deep and 95.2% from the free throw line.

On Tuesday night, the No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks pulled off a dramatic 73-72 victory over No. 11 Duke, and it was a game that taught us a lot about this team. Here’s what stood out. One thing was clear: this Kansas squad doesn’t back down.

The No. 1 Kansas Jayhawks were able to take care of business on Tuesday even without their best player down the stretch.