1. Dajuan Harris
We know what Harris brings to the table offensively. He creates many opportunities for his teammates and is a pass-first player. However, the two-time All-Big 12 Defensive Team selection has shown some concerns on the other end of the floor.
Harris will likely be tasked with guarding All-American guard RJ Davis on the majority of possessions. Davis is a Wooden Award candidate and ranks among the top scorers in the country. But Arkansas freshman Boogie Fland lit him up two weeks ago, posting 22 points in his first collegiate action.
Unlike in previous years, Harris' defense has raised red flags early on. Kansas becomes even more susceptible to giving up easy points with undersized guard Diggy Coit in the starting lineup. If Harris can bottle up Davis for most of the game, there is a very strong chance the Jayhawks come out on top Friday night. Coach Self must pull out all the stops to prevent Davis from having one of his signature performances.