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: New Mexico State vs. No. 2 Kansas, 7:30 p.m., Sprint Center, Kansas City, Mo.
TV: ESPN2
Opponent’s record: 7-1
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KenPom (Ken Pomeroy) Ranking: 93
Point spread: KU by 15.
All statistics from KenPom.com, Hoop-Math.com and Synergy Sports Technology.