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Notable Quotes From Bill Self Ahead of Kansas Basketball Season Opener

No. 19 Kansas is just two days away from tipping off the 2025-26 college basketball campaign with a home matchup against Green Bay. Head coach Bill Self met with the media on Friday afternoon after practice to talk about his team's first contest of the season, and he provided some insight as to where he believes his team stands right now.

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Kansas Basketball Program Expected To Be Featured in NBA 2K26

Kansas football fans have already been able to play with the Jayhawks in a video game since last July when EA Sports College Football 25 released. However, the Jayhawk faithful may also be able to play with the basketball team in a downloadable content package of college basketball in NBA 2K26.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 31

Rock Chalk Halloween: Perfect Costumes for Kansas Basketball Players

Happy Halloween, Jayhawk fans! It’s finally time to celebrate spooky season for everyone who participates. Here at Kansas On SI, we figured it would be fun to list potential Halloween costumes for some KU basketball players. After all, a few players on the team are still teenagers and just kids in the eyes of many.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 30

Kansas Basketball Stat Projections for Every Player on 2025-26 Team

Ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season, Kansas Jayhawks fans are wondering how both Darryn Peterson and his supporting cast will perform. The Jayhawks aren't expected to be a high-scoring team but rather a squad that prioritizes defense and pushes the pace in transition.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 30

Bill Self Says Louisville Environment Prepared Kansas for Looming Matchup

Last Friday, Kansas basketball took on No. 11 Louisville in an open scrimmage at the KFC Yum! Center in front of thousands of Cardinal fans. While the outcome ended in the Jayhawks' favor, head coach Bill Self believes his team gained valuable experience from the matchup, particularly in dealing with a rowdy road crowd.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 30

Lance Leipold Pinpoints a Frustrating Offensive Weakness for Kansas

Kansas head coach Lance Leipold voiced his displeasure about the Jayhawks' offensive struggles in recent weeks during his press conference on Monday. Over the past two games, KU has scored just 17 points in each, including a combined three points in the second half against Texas Tech and Kansas State.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 29

Kansas Football’s Bowl Chances in Jeopardy Following Ugly Loss to Kansas State

The Kansas Jayhawks’ loss to Kansas State last weekend in Lawrence is one that hurt in many ways. It was a bad showing in front of a host of big-time recruits, it extended a horrendous losing streak to 17 years, and perhaps most importantly, it severely hurt the chances of KU reaching the postseason.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 29

Darryn Peterson Cramping Issue: Should Kansas Jayhawks Fans Be Worried?

The Kansas basketball team put on a dominant defensive display on Tuesday night, holding Fort Hays State to just 35 points in a blowout victory. The Jayhawks were without their best player and Big 12 Preseason Freshman of the Year, Darryn Peterson, due to a cramping issue that kept him sidelined.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 29

3 Overreactions From Kansas Basketball’s Victory Over Fort Hays State

The No. 19 Kansas Jayhawks finished off their exhibition slate with a 71–35 win over Division II opponent Fort Hays State on Tuesday evening. KU was without one of the best players in the country, Darryn Peterson, as he missed the game due to a cramping issue.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 28

Kansas Football Loses Top-Ranked 2026 Recruit

The Kansas Jayhawks’ 2026 recruiting class took a major hit this week after losing its top-ranked prospect. Four-star safety James (JJ) Dunnigan Jr. announced his decommitment from KU on Monday via a post on social media.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 28

Kansas vs Fort Hays State: What to Know Before the Allen Fieldhouse Clash

There was plenty of anticipation surrounding Friday's scrimmage between No. 19 Kansas and No. 11 Louisville to see how the Jayhawks would fare against a top-tier opponent.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / October 27

Top Kansas Football Recruit JJ Dunnigan Decommits From Jayhawks

In a surprise move, in-state defensive back JJ Dunnigan has announced he is de-committing from the Kansas Jayhawks football program. This comes two days after Kansas was blown out by Kansas State on Saturday in the Sunflower Showdown, KU’s 17th-straight loss in the series.

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25