Model Predictions
| Model | Kansas Jayhawks | Xavier Musketeers | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 60.1% | 39.9% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 43.4% | 56.6% | - | ✓ |
| Margin | 47.9% | 52.1% | +0.5 | ✓ (4.5 off) |
| Pythagorean | 60.4% | 39.6% | - | ✗ |
Actual: Xavier Musketeers +5 (76-71). Predictions use season-end ratings.