Texas (28-6)

Location (enrollment): Austin (49,700).

Coach: Rick Barnes, 21st season, 10th at Texas.

Tournament bid: At large from Big 12 Conference.

RPI: 5. Last 12: 10-2.

Tournament history: 26th appearance, 29-28.

Key players: Damion Jones, 6-7 Soph. F/G; A.J. Abrams, 5-11 Jr. G; D.J. Augustin, 6-0 Soph. G.

Starting lineup: Damion Jones, 6-7 Soph. F/G; Connor Atchley, 6-10 Jr. F/C; A.J. Abrams, 5-11 Jr. G; Justin Mason, 6-2 Soph. G; D.J. Augustin, 6-0 Soph. G.

What to know: The Longhorns are a versatile team that has developed throughout the season. Augustin is arguably the nation’s top point guard. His all-around play will be crucial to an NCAA run. Abrams (3-point shooting) and Jones (rebounding) are keys.

Strengths: Defense (variety of styles). Mental toughness. Coaching.

Weaknesses: Offense can bog down. Lack of low post threat. Augustin often has to do it all. Free throw shooting.

2007 NCAAs: Lost in second round to USC.

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

-- Wendell Barnhouse