Before every KU men’s basketball game, The Star’s Jesse Newell previews the Jayhawks’ upcoming opponent with a scouting report and prediction.
Friday's game: No. 9 Kansas vs. Kansas State, 6 p.m., Sprint Center, Kansas City, Mo.
TV: ESPN
Opponent’s record: 22-10
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KenPom (Ken Pomeroy) Ranking: 40
Point spread: KU by 7 1/2.
All statistics from KenPom.