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5 Things Kansas Must Accomplish During Conference Play

5 Things Kansas Must Accomplish During Conference Play

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The Kansas Jayhawks have much potential this season, which is why they have a shot of competing for a Big 12 title. Here are five things they must accomplish during conference play.

5. Get Solid Play From Kelly Oubre

5. Solid Play From Kelly Oubre
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5. Get Solid Play From Kelly Oubre

5. Solid Play From Kelly Oubre
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Kelly Oubre struggled at the beginning of the season, but he has been playing much better as of late. The Jayhawks need to get him to start contributing in big games.

4. Get Consistency From Perry Ellis

4. Perry Ellis Must Stay Consistent
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4. Get Consistency From Perry Ellis

4. Perry Ellis Must Stay Consistent
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Perry Ellis is leading the the Jayhawks in PPG and RPG. He has been the most consistent player on a very inconsistent Jayhawks team.

3. Bill Self Must Find the Most Efficient Lineup

3. Bill Self Must Find the Most Efficient Lineup
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3. Bill Self Must Find the Most Efficient Lineup

3. Bill Self Must Find the Most Efficient Lineup
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Coach Bill Self is still looking for the most efficient starting lineup. He has many players on his team who could start at many other schools in the country, which is why this is a tough task.

2. Contend For The Big !2 Title

2. Contend For The Big !2 Title
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2. Contend For The Big !2 Title

2. Contend For The Big !2 Title
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The Big 12 is loaded this season with teams that can compete for the title, but the Jayhawks are always in the mix every season.

1. Find A Reliable No. 1 Scoring Option

1. Find A Reliable No. 1 Scoring Option
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1. Find A Reliable No. 1 Scoring Option

1. Find A Reliable No. 1 Scoring Option
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When the game is on the line and the Jayhawks need a basket, who are they going to turn to? That question needs to be answered very soon. Kelly Oubre should be that guy, but he still needs to develop in order to become the top scoring option.

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