Four Years, One Legacy: A KU Sportswriter Looks Ahead
A veteran KU sportswriter reflects on four years at The Kansas City Star, gratitude for fans, and predictions for the upcoming basketball and football seasons.
Jul 31, 2026
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Duke and Kansas Set the Stage for a Freshmen‑Driven Showdown
The 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule pits the Blue Devils against Tennessee and Kansas, highlighting a Kansas team reshaped by departures and built around five‑star freshman Tyran Stokes.
Jul 31, 2026
John Martin’s Four‑Decade Mural Weaves Kansas Basketball History into Allen Fieldhouse
Artist John Martin’s expansive mural chronicles the evolution of Kansas basketball, and his upcoming induction into the Kansas Sports Hall of Fame celebrates a unique blend of sport and art.
Jul 30, 2026
Kansas Basketball to Host Louisville and Duke in Home Exhibition Series
The Jayhawks will face Pittsburg State, Louisville and Duke in a three‑game home preseason before the regular season, a schedule designed to boost attendance and test new talent.
Jul 30, 2026
Melvin Council Jr. Eyes Immediate Eligibility for Kansas Return Amid Roster Shifts
Melvin Council Jr. has filed a lawsuit to gain immediate eligibility for the 2026‑27 season, a move that could reshape Kansas’s lineup and affect key players like Taylen Kinney and Leroy Blyden Jr.
Jul 30, 2026
Illinois Basketball’s Golden Era: Is This the Best Chapter Yet?
A deep dive into Illinois basketball’s historic triumphs and its latest surge, highlighting the coaches, players and moments that define the current era.
Jul 30, 2026
Kentucky’s Alumni Squad Eyes TBT Championship After Dominant Win
A 78‑65 victory over JHX Hoops has put Kentucky's alumni team one game away from the $2 million TBT title, setting up a clash with either The Mecca or Davis Steel.
Jul 30, 2026
Bill Self Reflects on a Productive Summer for Kansas Basketball
Coach Bill Self discusses the Jayhawks' successful summer workouts, key player advances, and upcoming decisions as the team prepares for the new season.
Jul 29, 2026
Kansas Basketball Looks to Rebuild Frontcourt Ahead of New Season
Coach Bill Self says forward Christian Reeves will be ready for the season but limited in contact until October, while the team considers adding a big man after losing All‑Big 12 first‑team forward Flory Bidunga to Louisville.
Jul 29, 2026
Former Kansas Star Lagerald Vick Charged with Attempted Murder in Memphis
Former Kansas basketball player Lagerald Vick was arrested in Memphis on first‑degree attempted murder charges after an alleged shooting at a Fourth of July party. He is being held on a $1.5 million bond and will appear for a bail review hearing on Tuesday.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
The upcoming induction honors Coach Ted Owens’s 19‑year tenure at Kansas, his Final Four achievements, and a lifetime of contributions to basketball, set against a backdrop of historic halls of fame and community recognition.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Kansas coach Ted Owens, a pillar of college basketball, will be honored in 2026 alongside a distinguished group of players and mentors.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to Receive Hall of Fame Induction in Kansas City
Former Kansas coach Ted Owens will be inducted into the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame this October in Kansas City, Missouri, a tribute to his enduring legacy.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Kansas coach Ted Owens will join a distinguished group of basketball legends in the 2026 College Basketball Hall of Fame class, celebrated in Kansas City.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into College Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026
Former Kansas coach Ted Owens, a 97‑year‑old pioneer of the game, is set to join the 2026 College Basketball Hall of Fame class, which also features Tubby Smith, Jay Wright, Danny Ainge, Walt Hazzard and Glen Rice.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to Receive Hall of Fame Induction in 2026
The upcoming ceremony in Kansas City will honor Ted Owens, whose 348 wins and multiple conference titles cement his place among the sport’s greats.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in the 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame, recognizing his 19‑year tenure, six regular‑season conference titles and a legacy that shaped generations of Jayhawks.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens is set to join the 2026 Hall of Fame class, a tribute to his 19‑year legacy, six conference titles and lasting impact on the Jayhawks and the sport.
Jul 28, 2026
Ted Owens to be Inducted into 2026 National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
Former Kansas head coach Ted Owens will be honored in 2026 alongside a distinguished group of coaches, reflecting a legacy that shaped college basketball.
Jul 28, 2026
Kentucky’s Record-Breaking NIL Deal Secures Milan Momcilovic Amid Growing Pay Disparities in College Basketball
Kentucky’s basketball program has emerged as one of the most aggressive spenders in the new era of college athletics, committing unprecedented resources to secure top talent through name, image and likeness agreements.
Jul 28, 2026
Kentucky vs. Kansas: The Stokes Recruiting Showdown
The upcoming November 10 game in Chicago will test Kentucky's revamped roster against Kansas, with recruiting star Tyran Stokes at the center of attention.
Jul 28, 2026
Former Kansas Star Charged with Attempted Murder in Memphis Shooting
A former University of Kansas basketball player is accused of shooting a man during a heated dispute at his Memphis home, raising questions about his future in the sport and the legal repercussions that follow.
Jul 27, 2026
Former Kansas Star Sues NCAA for Sixth Year of Eligibility
The lawsuit challenges the NCAA’s five‑year eligibility rule and could reshape college basketball roster planning.
Jul 27, 2026
Mihailo Mušikić Joins Kansas Jayhawks, Bolstering Frontcourt for 2026‑27
Kansas University announced the signing of experienced Serbian big man Mihailo Mušikić, whose professional background and size could reshape the team’s interior for the upcoming season.
Jul 27, 2026