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Evan Miya Projects Five Most Impactful Kansas Players for Next Season

Evan Miya Projects Five Most Impactful Kansas Players for Next Season

Kansas has made several significant moves during the first month or so of the 2026 offseason, landing a trio of players in the transfer portal and top-ranked 2026 freshman Tyran Stokes.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / May 2
Kansas HC Bill Self Explains What Christian Reeves Will Bring to Jayhawks

Kansas HC Bill Self Explains What Christian Reeves Will Bring to Jayhawks

The Kansas basketball program has made three additions in the transfer portal this offseason, all of which project as impactful pieces for next year's squad.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / May 1
Kansas Not Rated Highly in FOX's Way-Too-Early CBB Rankings

Kansas Not Rated Highly in FOX's Way-Too-Early CBB Rankings

Although it got off to a slow start, the Kansas basketball offseason has gone better than expected for the program. In the past few weeks, the Jayhawks have landed numerous highly rated transfers and the top-ranked prospect in the class of 2026, Tyran Stokes.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / April 30
What Tyran Stokes Means For Kansas in the 2026-2027 Season

What Tyran Stokes Means For Kansas in the 2026-2027 Season

Kansas landed their guy on Tuesday night. Tyran Stokes announced he is joining the Jayhawks for the 2026-2027 season and it was a much needed shot in the arm for a Kansas program that has not lived up to their preseason hype the last few seasons.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 30
What Roster Priorities Must Kansas Address After Landing Tyran Stokes?

What Roster Priorities Must Kansas Address After Landing Tyran Stokes?

Following the commitment of Tyran Stokes to Kansas, head coach Bill Self has likely finalized his starting rotation for the 2026-27 campaign. The Jayhawks have added three transfers and assembled a five-man freshman class that is far and away the best in the country.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 29
An Unlikely but Intriguing NBA Draft Concern for the Kansas Jayhawks

An Unlikely but Intriguing NBA Draft Concern for the Kansas Jayhawks

Last week, the NBA revealed all 71 names that would be entering the 2026 NBA Draft pool as early entrants. Several players with ties to Kansas announced their intentions to go pro, such as one-and-done phenom Darryn Peterson and now-Louisville center Flory Bidunga.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 28
Kentucky HC Mark Pope suffers another offseason loss after No. 1 overall recruit Tyran Stokes commits to Kansas

Kentucky HC Mark Pope suffers another offseason loss after No. 1 overall recruit Tyran Stokes commits to Kansas

The 2026-27 college basketball season hasn't even tipped off, but Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Pope has already suffered one of his biggest losses.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 28
Projecting Kansas' 2026-27 Starting Lineup After Tyran Stokes' Commitment

Projecting Kansas' 2026-27 Starting Lineup After Tyran Stokes' Commitment

After over a year of speculation and uncertainty regarding Tyran Stokes' recruitment, the top-ranked player in the Class of 2026 finally made a decision on Tuesday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
No. 1 college hoops recruit Tyran Stokes has announced his commitment

No. 1 college hoops recruit Tyran Stokes has announced his commitment

Tyran Stokes, the No. 1 recruit in the Class of 2026, has decided where he will play in college basketball. Stokes announced on “Inside the NBA” that he is headed to the Kansas Jayhawks, and he made the announcement while holding a 2K video game with himself in a Kansas jersey on the cover.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / April 28
Tyran Stokes Makes Decision Between Kansas and Kentucky

Tyran Stokes Makes Decision Between Kansas and Kentucky

For the second straight year, the Kansas Jayhawks have landed the No. 1 prep recruit as Tyran Stokes announced his commitment to the Jayhawks on Tuesday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 28
Grading Each of Kansas Basketball’s Transfer Additions This Offseason

Grading Each of Kansas Basketball’s Transfer Additions This Offseason

Kansas got off to a slow start in the transfer portal this offseason, but it has made several additions over the past few weeks to make up for the mass exodus the roster suffered this year.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 27
Bill Self and Kansas Extend Offer to Class of 2027 Phenom Jalen Davis

Bill Self and Kansas Extend Offer to Class of 2027 Phenom Jalen Davis

While Bill Self and Kansas are attempting to round out their 2026 recruiting class amid the Tyran Stokes recruitment, the coaching staff is already scouting players in the following graduating class.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 27
Kansas to Host Under-the-Radar Prospect Grant Mordini on Visit

Kansas to Host Under-the-Radar Prospect Grant Mordini on Visit

Days after securing a commitment from Charleston transfer Christian Reeves, head coach Bill Self is still searching for more reinforcements in the frontcourt.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / April 27
What’s the Latest On Top Kansas Recruit Tyran Stokes?

What’s the Latest On Top Kansas Recruit Tyran Stokes?

The country’s No. 1 basketball recruit, five-star small forward Tyran Stokes, isn’t a Kansas Jayhawk quite yet, and the question of whether Bill Self can close the deal for the McDonald’s All-American remains in the air.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / April 24
Kansas Lands Charleston Transfer Christian Reeves: Jayhawks’ Starting Center?

Kansas Lands Charleston Transfer Christian Reeves: Jayhawks’ Starting Center?

On Friday evening, Kansas landed its third transfer portal addition of the 2026 cycle. Former Duke, Clemson, and Charleston big man Christian Reeves committed to Bill Self and the Jayhawks following his visit this Monday, potentially giving the 2026-27 team its next starting center.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / April 24
Darryn Peterson sends emotional message in NBA Draft announcement

Darryn Peterson sends emotional message in NBA Draft announcement

As expected, Kansas Jayhawks star freshman Darryn Peterson is turning pro.

Duke's Cameron Boozer makes official NBA Draft decision
UNC's Caleb Wilson sends message after Boozer's career decision
BYU star AJ Dybantsa makes official NBA Draft decision in epic fashion
Arizona F Koa Peat to pursue dream, declares for NBA draft
Arkansas guard Darius Acuff declares for 2026 NBA Draft
Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / April 24
What’s the Latest On Top Kansas Recruit Tyran Stokes?

What’s the Latest On Top Kansas Recruit Tyran Stokes?

The country’s No. 1 basketball recruit, five-star small forward Tyran Stokes, isn’t a Kansas Jayhawk quite yet, and the question of whether Bill Self can close the deal for the McDonald’s All-American remains in the air.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 24
Darryn Peterson declares for NBA Draft, in mix for top three spots

Darryn Peterson declares for NBA Draft, in mix for top three spots

Darryn Peterson is officially in. The Kansas guard announced he will enter the 2026 NBA Draft ahead of Friday’s early entry deadline, putting his name into a class where he is still expected to go near the top.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Ball Exclusives / April 24
Kansas star Darryn Peterson declares for 2026 NBA Draft

Kansas star Darryn Peterson declares for 2026 NBA Draft

After one season with the Kansas Jayhawks, star guard Darryn Peterson has declared for the 2026 NBA Draft, he announced on social media Friday. “After much reflection and prayer, I am proud to announce my decision to declare for the NBA draft,” Peterson wrote.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / April 21
Paul Mbiya’s Statement on Returning to Kansas is a Joke

Paul Mbiya’s Statement on Returning to Kansas is a Joke

NIL and the transfer portal has changed everything about college athletics, but there are still moments that make you question whether or not you’ve seen it all.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Just Baseball / April 17

Rock Chalk: My Trip to Kansas Baseball

In my time covering this game, I have been to a plethora of ballparks. Some fields have historic significance, some programs are built on the backs of Omaha runs, and others are just creating their own path from near scratch.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / April 1
HC Bill Self announces return to Kansas

Bill Self will aim to avenge early March Madness exits with return to Kansas

Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self didn't want to end his storied career with another early March Madness exit.

Michigan State's Tom Izzo seriously considered one NBA job last year
Campbell coach's departure a troubling omen for college athletics
Michigan star receiving 'medical supervision' in wake of incident
College basketball's tallest player is entering the transfer portal
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