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Kansas Basketball Guard Makes Late Offseason Transfer Portal Entry

According to reports from On3, Kansas Jayhawks guard Noah Shelby is entering the NCAA transfer portal. Although Bill Self had seemingly rounded out his squad, Shelby unexpectedly departed from the program in the late transfer window.

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Kansas Jayhawks, Bill Self Receive Bad News on Monday

The Kansas Jayhawks and head coach Bill Self have long been considered one of the top programs in college basketball. Over the last couple of years, the program has not played up to its normal standards.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 7

Five Questions Lance Leipold Must Answer at Big 12 Media Days

Lance Leipold and the Kansas Jayhawks will be one of the 16 schools representing the conference at the Big 12 Media Days from July 8-9. These are five questions the media should consider asking Leipold heading into the event.

KJ Adams News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 6

KJ Adams' Role on Kansas Basketball Coaching Staff Revealed

Last month, head coach Bill Self said that recently graduated forward KJ Adams would be joining the Kansas Jayhawks coaching staff in some capacity for the 2025-26 season.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 6

Kansas Basketball Signee Kohl Rosario Arrives on Campus

Bill Self surprisingly made a pair of impact additions to the Kansas Jayhawks near the end of June despite what had previously been a disappointing offseason to that point.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 5

Kansas’ Darryn Peterson Works Out With Renowned NBA Skills Trainer

As his freshman season draws near, Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson is one of the most lauded guard prospects in recent history. It is widely expected that his first year in Lawrence will be his last, and a new workout clip is only adding to the hype.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 5

Lance Leipold and Kansas Extend Offer to 2027 Wideout Jai Jones

As the Kansas Jayhawks wrap up their historic 2026 recruiting class, Lance Leipold and Co. are beginning to pivot to the 2027 graduating year. KU targeted one of Arizona's top wideouts in a recent recruiting move, offering 3-star prospect Jai Jones on Thursday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Big 12 Football 2025: Phil Steele Gives Kansas Debatable Ranking

After a letdown 2024 season that saw the Kansas Jayhawks miss out on a bowl game, national expectations have cooled heading into this year. Although there is optimism about a potential turnaround in Lawrence, respected college football analyst Phil Steele isn’t completely bought into the Jayhawks.

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Pelicans sign G League Rookie of the Year, two-time All-American to deals

The New Orleans Pelicans have filled their open two-way slots, having signed guard Trey Alexander and center Hunter Dickinson to two-way contracts, according to NBA.com’s transaction log.

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Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas Unveils Field Design for New Football Stadium

The pieces are coming together for the Kansas Jayhawks’ new football stadium scheduled to open next month for the 2025 season. On Thursday, KU revealed the highly anticipated look of the new Kivisto Field at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

Jalon Daniels News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas' Jalon Daniels a Longshot to Win Heisman in New Odds

Jalon Daniels and the Kansas Jayhawks are looking to bounce back from a disheartening 5-7 finish last season. Widely considered one of college football’s most electrifying signal-callers, Daniels is spending his final year of collegiate eligibility in Lawrence as he looks to bring KU back to a bowl game.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas Football Lands Eight on Athlon Sports' Preseason All-Big 12 Teams

Several players on this year’s Kansas football team were recently recognized as Preseason All-Big 12 selections, according to Athlon Sports. Offensive lineman Bryce Foster (redshirt senior) and defensive end Dean Miller (senior) were both picked as First Team honorees, while running back Daniel Hishaw Jr.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 3

Kansas Basketball Slides Into Top 15 in Latest Preseason Rankings

National media had highly criticized the Kansas Jayhawks' offseason until Bill Self made a pair of impact additions last week. Now, the Jayhawks have a much deeper roster and are expected to return to premier status in the upcoming campaign.

Damarius McGhee News / Heartland College Sports / July 2

Kansas Loses Former Top-100 Prospect Damarius McGhee to Portal

Damarius McGhee’s time in Lawrence has come to an end, as the former LSU four-star and Top‑100 cornerback has officially entered the NCAA transfer portal.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 2

2026 Kansas Football Recruiting Class Rises to No. 1 in Big 12

The Kansas Jayhawks now own the top ranked 2026 recruiting class in the Big 12 after receiving a verbal commitment last week from three-star defensive lineman Lucas Smalls-Allen.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Kansas Football Adds Final Opponent to 2027 Nonconference Schedule

The Kansas Jayhawks continue to piece together the school's future football schedules, locking in matchups years in advance to round out upcoming nonconference slates.

Lance Leipold News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Lance Leipold and Kansas Make Intriguing 2026 Special Teams Addition

The Kansas Jayhawks recently made an intriguing addition to Lance Leipold’s tremendous 2026 recruiting class. Ben Shipley, a punter from Cypress Woods High School, committed to KU on Monday night.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Kansas Basketball to Play Two ACC Schools in Players Era Festival

One of the most anticipated early-season events in the upcoming college basketball season is the 2025 Players Era Festival. A recent report from CBS Sports' Matt Norlander revealed that the Kansas Jayhawks will play the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Syracuse Orange in the first two games of the tournament.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / July 1

Kansas Football Reveals Attendees for 2025 Big 12 Media Days

The Kansas Jayhawks will be well-represented when Big 12 Media Days kick off on July 8 and 9 at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Lance Leipold and the Jayhawks are sending four student-athletes to this year’s event — quarterback Jalon Daniels, center Bryce Foster, defensive end Dean Miller, and defensive tackle D.J.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 30

EA Sports Teaser Would Be a Dream Come True for Kansas Jayhawks Fans

EA Sports hasn’t released a college basketball video game since NCAA Basketball 10 dropped in 2009 with Blake Griffin on the cover. But 15 years later, fans of the Kansas Jayhawks and other schools across the country might be able to play with their favorite teams sooner rather than later.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / June 30