Kansas Eyes a Star‑Studded Non‑Conference Schedule
Kansas prepares for a demanding non‑conference slate, blending a full roster with marquee matchups against Kentucky, Villanova, UConn and more
May 21, 2026
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Keanu Dawes Commits to Kansas Jayhawks, Adding Experience to Young Roster
Keanu Dawes, a versatile power forward, has chosen to finish his college career with the Kansas Jayhawks, bringing veteran presence to a team that will rely heavily on youthful talent.
May 21, 2026
Kansas and Villanova rekindle storied basketball rivalry with 2026‑27 home‑and‑home series
The University of Kansas and Villanova University will restart their storied basketball rivalry with a home‑and‑home series that begins in the 2026‑27 season, featuring games at Allen Fieldhouse and a return trip to Pennsylvania.
May 20, 2026
Kansas Basketball Secures Home‑and‑Home Series with Villanova
Kansas will host Villanova on Nov. 27, 2026, before traveling to Pennsylvania in November 2027, reviving a rivalry that last saw the Jayhawks capture a national title.
May 20, 2026
Villanova and Kansas Announce Home‑and‑Home Basketball Series
Villanova will host Kansas in a two‑year series beginning November 27, 2024, in Lawrence, with a return game slated for the 2027‑28 season. The schedule highlights a revamped Wildcats roster, including transfers and a potential Italian prospect, while Kansas coach Bill Self confirms his 24th season.
May 20, 2026
Kansas and Villanova Announce Home‑and‑Home Basketball Series
The Jayhawks and Wildcats will meet in a home‑and‑home series starting in the 2026‑27 season, with the first game at Allen Fieldhouse on Nov. 27, 2026, and the second in Pennsylvania the following November.
May 20, 2026
Freshman Taylen Kinney Eyes 50/40/90 Shooting Milestone with Kansas
Taylen Kinney, a highly touted freshman, plans to hit a 50/40/90 shooting split in his debut season, working closely with coach Bill Self and teammate Tyran Stokes to lift Kansas toward a title.
May 20, 2026
Casey Alexander Poised to Transform Kansas State Basketball
Under Coach Casey Alexander, Kansas State expects a dramatic turnaround, leveraging his proven record and strategic roster moves.
May 19, 2026
Kansas Basketball’s NIL Experiment Falters
A look at the underperforming performances of Hunter Dickinson, Darryn Peterson, Rylan Griffen and AJ Storr, and what it means for the program’s future.
May 18, 2026
Kansas Basketball Eyes Final Roster Tweaks Ahead of Potential Self Era End
With Tyran Stokes set to join the Jayhawks and five‑star prospect Javon Bardwell eyeing a possible reclassification, Kansas faces roster depth questions, NIL budget limits and the looming possibility that Bill Self’s final season could define his legacy.
May 18, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats Chase NBA Legend Jamal Crawford for Coaching Spot
The Wildcats are courting former NBA star Jamal Crawford for a coaching role, a move that could reshape their staff and attract top recruits, despite logistical hurdles.
May 17, 2026
Kentucky Wildcats Pursue NBA Legend Jamal Crawford for Coaching Role Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The University of Kentucky is reshaping its basketball staff as it prepares for the 2026‑27 season, with head coach Mark Pope seeking to add veteran experience to his roster.
May 17, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks Gear Up for a Rebuilding 2026‑27 Season
After a disappointing 2025‑26 campaign, the Jayhawks are integrating key departures, high‑profile transfers and top recruits while hoping Coach Bill Self can once again develop championship‑caliber talent.
May 17, 2026
NCAA Expands Tournament to 76 Teams, Sparking Coaches’ Debate
The NCAA’s decision to grow the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments to 76 teams has drawn near‑universal reader opposition, while coaches discuss the real differences between Division II and Division I.
May 14, 2026
Bill Self Prepares Kansas Basketball for a New Era
After a mass exodus, Kansas head coach Bill Self is shaping a versatile squad with returning veterans, incoming freshmen and transfers, setting the stage for a pivotal season.
May 13, 2026
Kansas Basketball Secures Commitment from 6‑Foot‑8 Freshman Atticus Richmond
The Jayhawks have added a highly touted 2026 prospect, Atticus Richmond, to their roster, aiming to build on last season’s 24‑11 record and advance beyond the round of 32.
May 12, 2026
Atticus Richmond Commits to Kansas Basketball for 2025‑26 Season
Kansas Men's Basketball secures forward Atticus Richmond, a standout from Newman School and Adlai E. Stevenson High, who brings a blend of size, skill and championship pedigree to a roster bolstered by transfers and top recruits.
May 12, 2026
Kansas State’s New Coach Faces Uphill Battle in Deep Big 12
The Wildcats enter a season of uncertainty under first‑year head coach Casey Alexander, with 13 newcomers and a crowded Big 12 landscape that could shape their NCAA Tournament fate.
May 12, 2026
Dennis Parker Jr. Commits to Kansas Basketball
Dennis Parker Jr., a prolific scorer from Radford and NC State, has signed with Kansas, joining a loaded roster that includes transfers and top freshmen. His arrival signals a new offensive weapon for the Jayhawks.
May 11, 2026
Jaden Nickens pivots from football to basketball as he seeks Division I opportunity
Former top football recruit Jaden Nickens has left Kansas to pursue a basketball career, drawing interest from Division I programs such as Northwestern State, Texas Southern and Cal Poly.
May 11, 2026
Kansas Basketball Secures Dennis Parker Jr. in Portal-Driven Roster Overhaul
Kansas basketball announced the signing of Radford guard Dennis Parker Jr., a move that adds a proven scorer to the Jayhawks’ expanding roster, highlighting a strategic push through the transfer portal.
May 11, 2026
Kansas Basketball Secures Commitment from Radford Transfer Dennis Parker Jr.
Kansas has added Radford guard Dennis Parker Jr. to its roster, marking the fourth transfer portal acquisition this offseason. Coach Bill Self highlighted the player's scoring prowess and shooting range.
May 11, 2026