Kenyon Giles’ Return Sets New Expectations for Wichita State
The upcoming season will test Wichita State’s depth and adaptability as star guard Kenyon Giles prepares to dominate minutes at shooting guard under coach Paul Mills.
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The upcoming season will test Wichita State’s depth and adaptability as star guard Kenyon Giles prepares to dominate minutes at shooting guard under coach Paul Mills.
Head coach Paul Mills emphasizes maintaining offensive rebounding dominance as a defining strength for the Shockers, even as new players join the program.
The Shockers will face an 18‑game conference schedule that pits them against Memphis, South Florida, Charlotte and other contenders, while navigating a landscape short on Quad 1 opportunities and leaning on a strengthened roster and Paul Mills’ renewed contract.
Wichita State will meet USC in the first men’s basketball game at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, a Quad 1 test that could shape both teams’ tournament trajectories.
A back injury forced Tyrus Rathan-Mayes to spend his freshman year on Wichita State’s scout team, where intensive study and coaching praise have positioned him as a multi‑position guard with a promising outlook for the 2026‑27 campaign.

Head coach Justin Gainey announced the additions of assistant coach Ognjen Vasiljević and director of scouting Matt Holt, bringing a blend of on‑court success and analytical depth to the program.

Coach Justin Gainey unveiled two key hires, Ognjen Vasiljević and Matt Holt, whose combined backgrounds span multiple conferences and administrative roles.