USC, a 6-seed, is now up to #8 in KenPom. If you’d like some optimism, however, it is worth noting the Trojans are just 5-5 against KenPom top-50 opponents.
There are, of course, plenty of reasons for pessimism. USC is the 2nd-tallest team in the country, and 2nd nationally in 2-point defense. They also have one of the best players in the entire country, and one who will provide some specific challenges for the Jayhawks.
We’ll start with that last one. Freshman Evan Mobley is 7-0 tall and likely will go 2nd in the upcoming NBA draft.