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: Tennessee State vs. No. 4 Kansas, 8 p.m. Friday, Allen Fieldhouse (ESPNU)
Opponent’s record: 0-0
KenPom (Ken Pomeroy) Ranking: 212
Point spread: KU by 26 1/2.
All statistics from KenPom.com, Hoop-Math.com and Synergy Sports Technology. KenPom stats also only include Division I competition.
3 Strengths
u25aa Interior defense: Tennessee State’s defense was strong a year ago when it was able to get set.