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Darryn Peterson's March Madness Struggle | Kansas Jayhawks Basketball News
Darryn Peterson’s March Madness meltdown sparked a firestorm of criticism, but the real story is deeper: a 19-year-old phenom pushed beyond his physical limits, struggling under the weight of hype and sudden minutes. Despite shattering scoring records earlier in the tournament, his late-game fades fueled “choker” labels — but experts argue it’s not weakness, it’s biology. Missing 11 games with cramps and injuries, Peterson averaged just 29 minutes during the season. Then came March Madness — 36+ minutes, high stakes, and a body not yet built for it. Tests came back normal, leaving him…
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