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With the Jayhawks losing their entire starting five, coach Bill Self faces a pivotal season that may mark his last chance at a championship, according to Dick Vitale.
Kansas coach Bill Self is weighing a move to add Miami's 6'9" forward Malik Reneau, whose NCAA eligibility is currently in doubt, as the Jayhawks seek to fill frontcourt gaps and contend for an ACC championship.
A top‑15 recruit flips his commitment, prompting scrutiny of Kansas' roster decisions and the implications for both programs.
Javon Bardwell, a four‑star prospect who left Kansas in August 2025, has chosen Providence College, reclassifying from the Class of 2027 and immediately bolstering the roster ahead of the program’s centennial campaign.
Leroy Blyden Jr., the MAC Freshman of the Year, joins the Kansas Jayhawks as the program’s most promising guard prospect in years, bringing a blend of shooting accuracy, ball‑handling flair and advanced playmaking metrics.
The 2026‑27 Kansas Jayhawks enter a season clouded by uncertainty, yet the buzz around the program is unmistakable. Analyst projections range from a modest 23 wins to an ambitious 34‑win campaign that could culminate in a Final Four run.
After consecutive preseason No. 1 rankings, the Jayhawks enter the 2026‑27 season unranked, prompting questions about their ability to rebound.
Kansas basketball aims to solidify its frontcourt for the 2026‑27 season by targeting Mali’s Keba Keita amid injury concerns for Christian Reeves.
The Kansas Jayhawks have long dominated March Madness, but a recent first‑round loss and a projected No. 6 seed have sparked questions about their ability to return to championship contention.
Posthumous induction honors the late Pittsburg State coach whose impact stretched far beyond the football field.
AJ Storr, a 6‑foot‑5 guard from Rockford, Illinois, has chosen UNLV for the 2026‑27 campaign, adding depth and veteran talent to a program poised for a competitive schedule.
Kansas basketball is scouting the transfer portal for a frontcourt upgrade, and the name most frequently whispered in the hallways of the university is Jaxon Kohler. A Utah native who spent two seasons at Michigan State before a stint in the NBA Summer League with the Utah Jazz, Kohler brings size, rebounding grit and a proven track record that aligns with the Jayhawks’ need for depth. His potential landing spot, however, is not set in stone; BYU has emerged as the frontrunner, a development that intensifies the ripple effect on the Cougars’ own roster. Enter Keba Keita, the Malian forward who has already entered the portal after two seasons at BYU in which he started every game, averaged more than seven rebounds and shot above 67% from the field, and posted a career‑high 1.8 blocks per game. Keita’s defensive skill set could be a boon for Kansas, but his arrival would also crowd a frontcourt already strained by injury; Paul Mbiya is slated to return as a reserve, while Christian Reeves’ shoulder surgery has delayed his debut. Adding to the mix, Mihailo Mušikić, a committed Jayhawks big man, is currently ineligible, leaving the coaching staff to weigh the merits of Keita, Mbiya and Reeves for the limited minutes available. Coach Bill Self has hinted that the competition for the center spot will be decided on merit, meaning the best performer among the three will earn the role, a scenario that could reshape the team’s interior dynamics. If Kohler ultimately commits to BYU, the Cougars could see a reshuffling that might jeopardize Keita’s return to Provo, a twist that underscores how transfer portal moves are increasingly intertwined across programs.
The Saluki women's basketball program is gearing up for the 2025‑26 season, mixing returning standouts with a wave of newcomers as they aim to improve on last year's 10‑20 overall record.
Caroline Castans, a versatile defender for the Kansas Jayhawks, has earned preseason honors and is poised to make a deep run in the 2026 season, highlighted by a upcoming clash with Ohio State.
The long‑running Kansas‑Missouri rivalry, known as the Border Showdown, will likely conclude after the 2026‑27 season as both schools grapple with league commitments, broadcast deals and the lure of lucrative tournaments.
Coach Eric Morris is finalizing his evaluation of the Cowboys' offensive line, with Tyler Mercer emerging as the frontrunner for the center position while Jakobe Sanders and Brayden Nelson push for starting spots.
Kansas freshman Tyran Stokes is the leading candidate for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2027 NBA Draft, a milestone that could make him the third Jayhawk in history to achieve the honor.
Calvin Clements, a Kansas Jayhawks offensive tackle, has been selected for the 2025 Wuerffel Trophy Watch List, highlighting his on‑field contributions and extensive summer service work.
Kansas basketball coach Bill Self praised Darryn Peterson’s performance in the NBA summer league, noting his potential despite health issues. Peterson, a 2026 NBA Draft second overall pick, averaged 20.2 points and 4.2 rebounds in college. Self highlighted Peterson’s ability while acknowledging his inconsistent shooting.
Kansas head coach Bill Self praised Darryn Peterson’s performance in the NBA summer league, noting his adaptability and shooting prowess while acknowledging the health challenges that shaped his college season.
Kansas head coach Bill Self has compared transfer guard Leroy Blyden Jr. to former Jayhawk Devonte' Graham, highlighting shared shooting range and offensive rebounding prowess. With the team eyeing a stronger rotation, Blyden's development could follow a trajectory similar to Graham's breakout season.
Kansas must replace All‑Big 12 First Teamer Flory Bidunga, and the health of transfer Christian Reeves and the eligibility of Mihailo Mušikić leave sophomore Paul Mbiya as the primary candidate to anchor the paint.
Louisville’s 2026‑27 non‑conference slate features a series of high‑profile matchups, including a Dec. 5 clash with reigning champion Michigan in Detroit, as the program seeks to test its new coaching staff against elite competition.
The Times-Union’s All-Quarter Century team honors the most dominant high school boys basketball players in Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, tracing their journeys from state championships to college stardom.