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Kansas basketball’s poor defense was a major factor in season-ending loss to USC

Mar 22, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; The Kansas Jayhawks bench react during the second half in the second round of the 2021 NCAA Tournament against the Southern California Trojans at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Kansas basketball’s poor defensive efforts against USC has them packing their bags following a second round loss in the 2021 NCAA Tournament.

While fans might’ve expected a little more from Kansas basketball, USC handed the Jayhawks a tough finish to their 2020-21 campaign.

Mainly supported by their perimeter success, the Trojans took off in the first half and didn’t look back.