Made for March

As the season tips off, Kansas and Michigan begin their college basketball journeys at a new big-money tournament in Las Vegas. But injuries to key players and the weight of expectations create early challenges against a formidable set of opponents.

With the NCAA tournament rapidly approaching, both teams face their toughest tests and must lean on their respective big men. Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg seeks to regain his confidence before a high-stakes matchup against Duke.

After an unexpected misstep, the Wolverines must find their focus on a West Coast road trip. Meanwhile, in Kansas, a marquee match-up against BYU offers the Jayhawks an opportunity to silence their doubters.