Memphis (33-1)

Location (enrollment): Memphis, Tenn. (20,500).

Coach: John Calipari, 16th season, 8th at Memphis.

Tournament bid: Automatic from Conference USA.

RPI: 3. Last 12: 11-1.

Tournament history: 21st appearance, 25-20.

Key players: Chris Douglas-Roberts, 6-7 Jr. G; Derrick Rose, 6-3 Fr. G; Joey Dorsey, 6-9 Sr. F/C.

Starting lineup: Chris Douglas-Roberts, 6-7 Jr. G; Derrick Rose, 6-3 Fr. G; Joey Dorsey, 6-9 Sr. F/C; Robert Dozier, 6-9 Jr. F; Antonio Anderson, 6-6 Jr. G.

What to know: The Tigers are Final Four/national championship capable. Douglas-Roberts is a guard in a forward’s body while Rose is a talented freshman. Dorsey must provide low-post scoring and rebounding. Free-throw shooting is a concern.

Strengths: Depth. Quickness. Defense.

Weaknesses: Perimeter shooting. Free throw shooting. Shot selection.

2007 NCAAs: Lost to Ohio State in regional final.

School’s basketball Web site: www.gotigersgo.com

-- Wendell Barnhouse