Thats what I am predicting.At this point, they are 14-0, and are virtually done with their non-conference games. They basically only have 3 games to worry about for the rest of the regular season. I am not going to pretend that any of those games involve Missouri as they are nothing to worry about with the talent that Kansas has, and Clarence Gilbert is gone.
The first game that Kansas will be tested in will be the Jan 30th game at Kansas St. The talented young players at K-St have likely had this date circled on their calendar.
The next date to concentrate on for the Beakers is Feb 11th at Texas. Kansas should be favored in this game because although Texas is currently ranked #14, they will probably drop their Jan 30th game at Texas A&M.
The last game that Kansas has to be concerned with during the regular season is their Feb 18th game at Texas A&M. This might be a game where I would pick Kansas to lose, but the Aggies win in Lawrence last year will probably give the Hawks the focus to come out with a win.
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I think Memphis has a much better shot to go through the season undefeated than KU. I have not seen Memphis play but all of the 'experts' are saying they are just as talented as KU and have a MUCH easier remaining schedule.
I think KU could go 16-0 in the Big 12.....but more realistic they will probably drop a few games. My guess is they finish Big 12 play 14-2, which will leave them 29-2 before Big 12 Tournament play and should lock up a #1 placement in the NCAA regardless of the outcome of the tournament. The early talk is this might be the most talented Jayhawk team under Self and most think it should give him the best chance to make it to the Final 4. What has really surprised me so far this season is the rise of Darnell Jackson, ever since Self promoted him to start in front of Kaun the guy has been the most dominant player for Kansas. Dare I say a possible NBA player? Considering that he was not more then a featured role player who gave the team quality minute off the bench prior to this season speaks volume for his transformation. It will be interesting to see if Jackson can continue to play at this level come conference play and beyond.
I agree about Memphis' easy schedule, but Kansas did not have that non-conference letdown like in past years (Nova, Depaul), and so I think this is the team that can do it.
You're nuts....Kansas always loses a conference game and MU plays them tight regardless of talent...
Look at how well MU played Texas, picked to finish second in the Big XII.
Look out for the Tigers, they can play defense now.
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