Kansas basketball coach Bill Self is weighing the possibility of adding Miami Hurricanes forward Malik Reneau to his roster for the 2025‑26 season, a move that could reshape the Jayhawks' pursuit of an All‑ACC First Team finish.
Reneau, a 6‑foot‑9 forward who recently had his NCAA eligibility restored after an Indiana court issued a temporary restraining order against the league, posted a 54.0% field‑goal tally while averaging 18.9 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game for Miami, leading the Hurricanes in scoring.
The Jayhawks enter the next campaign with two open scholarship spots, a situation that becomes more pressing if Serbian big man Mihailo Mušikić fails to gain eligibility, leaving a noticeable void in the frontcourt that has sparked question marks among analysts.
Adding to his résumé, Reneau signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Orlando Magic and impressed during the NBA Summer League, culminating in a game‑high 19 points in the final contest, underscoring his scoring instincts beyond the college level.
Eligibility Hurdles and Roster Needs
Despite the court‑ordered reprieve, the NCAA’s broader eligibility framework still presents a gamble for Kansas; a midseason reversal could jeopardize the prospect of pairing Reneau with the current core, a risk that coach Self must weigh against the potential uplift the forward could provide to the team’s championship aspirations.
If the eligibility hurdle is cleared, Reneau’s blend of perimeter shooting and post presence could transform Kansas from a team with roster gaps into a legitimate contender for the ACC title and a deeper March Madness run.