Kansas' Tough NCAA Tournament Path

0:00On March 16, Kansas earned the fourth seed in the East region of the NCAA Tournament, setting up a first round matchup against 13 seeded, California Baptist. The J-Hawks have a strong chance to advance there, but their paths get steeped fast with powerhouse teams ahead. Next up could be fifth seeded St. John's, fresh off a Big E's title and on a 19-1 tier since early January, or 12th seeded Northern. Iowa, known for past upsets including a win over Kansas back in 2010, St. John's coach Rick Patino brings serious firepower. Coach Bill's self called out the region's brutality on Selection Sunday, pointing to top overall seed duke as the biggest hurdle in the sweet 16. He noted less separation among the top seeds this year, making every step a grind. Dubbed dominated the ACC, while Elite A foes might include second seeded Yukon with back-to-back title experience, or third seeded Michigan State. Under Tom Iso, sixth seeded Louisville lurks as a dark horse with Elite offense and defense.

1:03Kansas starts strong against California Baptist, but navigating this loaded bracket will test their depth and focus all the way to a potential final.