Kansas Basketball Rebuilds After Turbulent Offseason
Coach Bill Self confirms his 24th season at Kansas, a wave of transfers reshapes the roster, and former Jayhawks make headlines in the NBA and on the national stage.
Aug 24, 2026
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Bill Self Eyes Another Title Run with Kansas’ Revamped Roster
Kansas head coach Bill Self enters his 24th season with a squad that blends returning standouts and high‑profile transfers, positioning the team as a serious contender for another national championship.
Aug 9, 2026
Kansas Considers Fifth-Year Forward Jaxson Kohler to Shore Up Roster Depth
With Christian Reeves’ status in doubt and limited interior experience on the roster, Kansas is evaluating former Michigan State standout Jaxson Kohler as a fifth-year option that could bring both size and seasoned play.
Aug 4, 2026
Kansas Basketball Coach Bill Self Looks Ahead to Revitalized Roster
Coach Bill Self discusses the team's summer development, highlighting key players, roster changes and his own recovery as the Jayhawks aim for a stronger postseason performance.
Aug 1, 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 Projects New Starting Lineup Ahead of Upcoming Season
The Jayhawks' coaching staff has outlined a tentative starting five, highlighting combo guards, shooting threats, and uncertainties at center, while hinting at possible roster additions.
Jul 2, 2026
Kansas Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Roster with New Jersey Numbers
The university announced its 2026‑27 roster on social media, revealing jersey assignments for a mix of returning veterans and fresh talent.
Jun 28, 2026
Kansas Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Roster with New Additions and Departures
The University of Kansas Athletics has released the official jersey numbers for the 2026‑27 men’s basketball roster, marking the first public glimpse of a squad reshaped through the transfer portal and high‑school arrivals.
Jun 28, 2026
Kansas Basketball Unveils 2025‑26 Roster with Seven Freshmen and Four Transfers
The Jayhawks announce a revamped roster featuring seven newcomers, including McDonald's All‑Americans Tyran Stokes and Taylen Kinney, alongside four transfers from Toledo, Utah, Charleston and Radford.
Jun 26, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks’ 2026 Recruiting Class Bolsters Roster with Elite Talent
The latest recruiting updates highlight a wave of skilled newcomers, from high‑school standouts to transfer additions, shaping the Jayhawks' lineup for the upcoming season.
Jun 25, 2026
Malachi Jordan’s Transfer Highlights Shifting Recruitment Landscape
Five‑star forward Malachi Jordan is set to begin his senior year at Prolific Prep after a whirlwind high school career, with an official visit to Tennessee scheduled for late September.
Jun 23, 2026
Big 12 Basketball 2026‑27: Title Contenders and Transfer Turmoil
The 2026‑27 Big 12 season promises a reshaped landscape, with title contenders emerging amid a wave of player movement.
Jun 16, 2026
Kansas Basketball Transfer Class Misses ESPN Top 22
Kansas’ latest transfer additions, including Leroy Blyden Jr. and Keanu Dawes, were left unranked by ESPN, while the incoming freshman class earned a top‑three national ranking.
Jun 11, 2026
Kansas Basketball Roster Overhaul: Freshmen Talent and Transfer Scoring Threat
With the offseason reshaping the Jayhawks, Coach Bill Self outlines the incoming freshmen and transfer Dennis Parker Jr., highlighting potential breakout performances and the need for consistency.
Jun 4, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks Add Fresh Talent Ahead of Summer Classes
Kansas Jayhawks welcome a diverse group of newcomers, from freshman Taylen Kinney to seasoned transfers, as they prepare for the upcoming season
Jun 2, 2026
Bill Self Eyes Dynamic Duo in Kansas Backcourt as New Faces Prepare for Impact
Coach Bill Self is excited about the potential of sophomore guard Leroy Blyden Jr., a Toledo transfer who averaged 16.4 points per game and earned MAC freshman of the year honors. He believes Blyden and incoming freshman point guard Taylen Kinney will form a potent backcourt, while the roster still holds two open spots and several promising freshmen. The discussion also touched on Darryn Peterson's draft outlook and recent health concerns.
Jun 2, 2026
Kinney and Adkins Bring Elite Freshman Talent to Kansas Jayhawks
Taylen Kinney and Davion Adkins, both standout performers at the USA Basketball Under‑18 camp, are set to join the Kansas Jayhawks for the 2026‑27 season, bringing elite experience and high expectations to Lawrence.
May 29, 2026
Taylen Kinney Earns Spot on 2026 USA Basketball U18 National Team
Kansas freshman point guard Taylen Kinney has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team, preparing for the FIBA U18 Men's AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, after a standout performance in the Overtime Elite program.
May 28, 2026
Taylen Kinney Earns Spot on 2026 USA Basketball U18 National Team
Freshman forward Taylen Kinney receives his first national team selection, joining a USA Basketball roster steeped in tradition as it prepares for competition in Leon, Mexico.
May 28, 2026
Taylen Kinney Joins USA Basketball U18 Squad for 2026 AmeriCup
Kansas freshman point guard Taylen Kinney has been selected for the USA Basketball U18 team that will contest the 2026 FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
May 27, 2026
Taylen Kinney Earns Spot on 2026 USA Basketball U18 Men’s National Team
Taylen Kinney, a five‑star recruit and McDonald's All‑American, was selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men's U18 National Team after a training camp in Colorado Springs. The squad will compete in Leon, Mexico, with all games streamed live on the FIBA YouTube channel.
May 27, 2026
Kinney’s Prophetic Leap Lands Him on USA U18 Roster
KU freshman Taylen Kinney's preseason claim materializes as he joins the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s Under‑18 Team bound for the FIBA AmeriCup in Mexico.
May 27, 2026
Taylen Kinney Earns Spot on U.S. U‑18 Men’s Basketball Team for 2026 AmeriCup
Kinney, a McDonald’s All‑American and former Overtime Elite standout, will represent the United States in Mexico, where the team aims to extend its dominance in the tournament.
May 27, 2026
Taylen Kinney Secures Spot on 2026 USA U18 National Team Ahead of AmeriCup
Taylen Kinney, a 6‑foot‑2 guard from Newport, Kentucky, has been selected for the 2026 USA Basketball Men’s U18 National Team that will compete in the FIBA U18 Men’s AmeriCup in Leon, Mexico, from June 1‑7.
May 27, 2026