Kansas’ 17-9 record might be a lifeline as they face a possible double-digit seed line in the NCAA tournament. The team has struggled with depth and injuries, leading to losses of five of their final seven games last season. Despite the preseason No.1 ranking, the Jayhawks followed up a 74-67 loss at Utah with a 91-57 drubbing at BYU.
Coach Bill Self is taking responsibility for the team’s poor performance, labeling them “awful” and praising their opponents as “great.” The coach hopes the trip will be a bonding experience, but his players need to regroup and refocus. Kansas’ lack of shooting and toughness has been exposed, with the team ranked 59th nationally in offensive efficiency.
Despite the struggles, there’s good news for the Jayhawks: they’re guaranteed an NCAA tournament spot as a No.4 seed. With three home games remaining, they have a chance to turn their season around. Coach Self is optimistic that his team can make a stand and prove critics wrong, but a late-season push might require a roster overhaul.
The Jayhawks’ recent performance has raised questions about whether the program’s unmatched tradition and ample resources are enough to overcome internal issues. Can Kansas find a way to gel and make a deep run in the tournament?
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/after-one-of-the-worst-losses-of-the-bill-self-era-can-kansas-salvage-this-season-170004339.html