Kansas basketball fans are eagerly watching the build‑up to the next season as head coach Bill Self finalizes his roster.
Projected Starting Five
The most likely starting lineup features guard Taylen Kinney, guard Leroy Blyden Jr., forward Tyran Stokes, forward Keanu Dawes, and a yet‑to‑be‑decided center who could be either Paul Mbiya or Christian Reeves.
Self has emphasized that Kinney and Blyden will operate as combo guards, giving the team flexibility on the perimeter.
Blyden brings a 40.7 percent three‑point clip from his freshman year at Toledo, while Stokes is praised for his passing vision despite his size.
Dawes, slated as the power forward, carries a career 31.1 percent shooting from beyond the arc, adding spacing to the offense.
The center position remains the biggest question mark. Reeves, a former Arkansas forward, carries a medical history that includes ankle and shoulder surgeries, raising concerns about his availability.
Mbiya, also in the mix, offers a different skill set, but the coaching staff has yet to name a definitive starter.
Depth and Future Additions
Beyond the projected five, the Jayhawks may still add up to two players, with names like Malique Ewin and Serbian big man Mihailo Mušikić mentioned as potential reinforcements.
The coaching staff also lists Jeremy Case, Kohl Rosario, Dennis Parker Jr., and Davion Adkins among the candidates vying for minutes, adding competition to the mix.
Self has indicated the roster could expand further, reflecting a strategy that values depth as the season progresses.