Allen Fieldhouse Set to Host Kansas Jayhawks and Seton Hall Pirates in Men's Basketball

As the Kansas Jayhawks prepare to host the Seton Hall Pirates at Allen Fieldhouse, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game of basketball. The Jayhawks, coming off a dominant performance against Texas Southern on November 29th, where they cruised to an 87-55 victory, are looking to continue their winning ways.

In that game, KU showcased their offensive prowess by shooting an impressive 54 percent from the field and a remarkable 45 percent from beyond the arc. Their defense was equally impressive, racking up nine steals and forcing a total of 18 turnovers. This kind of two-way play has been characteristic of KU this season and is something that Seton Hall will have to contend with.

The Pirates should not be underestimated though. They bring their own set of skills to Lawrence and will certainly look to disrupt KU's rhythm. However, given the recent performances by both teams, it seems likely that KU's firepower may prove too much for Seton Hall.

One area where KU could improve is free throw shooting; they only made 61 percent against Texas Southern. It’s crucial for them to capitalize on these opportunities against tougher opponents like Seton Hall.

Looking back at another recent game – this time against Tennessee Volunteers on November 26th – despite suffering a loss (50-64), there were positive takeaways for KU such as their ability to generate steals (11) which reflects their aggressive defensive stance.

It’s also worth noting that in a tight contest against Wisconsin Badgers on November 24th which went into overtime before KU emerged victorious (69-68), they demonstrated grit and resilience under pressure – qualities they'll need as they face off with Seton Hall.

KU fans can expect their team to come out strong defensively while exploiting any weaknesses in the Pirates' armor. With home-court advantage and momentum on their side after recent victories, it would not be surprising if the Jayhawks extend their winning streak further.

The scheduled tip-off is set for December 2nd at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, KS at what translates locally as December 1st at 9:00 PM CST due to time zone differences. Fans unable or preferring not attend can catch all the action live on ESPN channel number 206.