Before every KU men’s basketball game, The Star’s Jesse Newell previews the Jayhawks’ upcoming opponent with a scouting report and prediction.
Saturday’s game: No. 9 Kansas at No. 8 Kentucky, 5 p.m. Central, Rupp Arena, Lexington, Ky.
TV: ESPN
Opponent’s record: 15-3
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KenPom (Ken Pomeroy) Ranking: 9
Point spread: Kentucky by 6.
All statistics from KenPom.com, Hoop-Math.com and Synergy Sports Technology.