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Taylen Kinney Talks About Bill Self’s Recruiting Pitch To Come to Kansas

5-star phenom Taylen Kinney is nearing his college decision, and several schools are vying for the commitment of the top-ranked point guard in the 2026 class.

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Where Kansas Basketball Ranks in Field of 68’s Preseason Top 25

The Kansas basketball season is finally approaching, with just a little over a month until Late Night in the Phog and KU’s season-opening exhibition against Louisville.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 14

What a Taylen Kinney Commitment Would Mean for Kansas Basketball

Highly touted 5-star point guard Taylen Kinney is set to announce his college decision just two weeks from now on Sept. 28. Among his six finalists, the Kansas Jayhawks are widely considered one of the favorites to land him, if not the top option.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 14

CBS Sports Ranks Best College Basketball Programs Since 2000: Where Did Kansas Land?

It’s no secret that Kansas is one of, if not the best, college basketball programs ever. The school has gone on its most impressive run since Bill Self took over as head coach in 2003, as he has led the Jayhawks to a pair of national titles and 17 Big 12 regular-season championships.

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College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 10

Three New Names to Watch for Kansas Basketball’s 2026 Recruiting Class

The next few weeks before the college basketball season opens will be pivotal for Bill Self and Kansas basketball on the recruiting trail. The Jayhawks are set to host a number of standout prospects on official visits between now and November when the season tips off against Green Bay.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 10

Kansas Basketball To Host Surprise Visitor on Campus This Weekend

The Kansas Jayhawks are still searching for their first commitment in the 2026 recruiting class, but Bill Self and his coaching staff have eyes on a handful of standout seniors across the country.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 5

Kansas Freshman Darryn Peterson Draws Praise After Incredible Practice

Darryn Peterson is entering his freshman season with the Kansas Jayhawks carrying higher expectations than any first-year player under Bill Self. The

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 4

Kansas Viewed as One of Two Frontrunners for Taylen Kinney by Insider

The recruitment of a top Kansas Jayhawks target may have been dramatically shifted by Bill Self in the past few days. On Wednesday, On3 insider Joe Tipton reported that a new school has emerged as a frontrunner for 5-star point guard Taylen Kinney.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / September 3

Bill Self and Kansas Offer Ralph Scott: Jayhawks’ Next 2026 Target?

The Kansas Jayhawks made a significant recruiting move to open the month of September. According to his X page, 4-star forward Ralph Scott received a scholarship offer from KU on Tuesday.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 29

Kansas Basketball Loses a Legend in Allen Fieldhouse Architect Warren Corman

The University of Kansas and Kansas basketball lost a true visionary this week with the passing of Warren Corman on Thursday at the age of 99. He was the last living architect who helped create the historic Allen Fieldhouse, which the Jayhawks have called home for 70 years.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 25

Kansas Basketball Offers Local 2026 Guard Trent Perry

With the summer wrapping up, Bill Self is continuing his search for his first commitment in the 2026 recruiting class. The Kansas Jayhawks may have found their next target to prospect, as the program offered a high-profile recruit over the weekend.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 20

Bill Self Comments on Kansas’ Addition of Assistant Coach Tony Bland

Bill Self made another addition to the Kansas Jayhawks coaching staff this week with the hiring of Washington assistant coach Tony Bland. Bland brings strong recruiting ties to the West Coast and connections to prospects such as 5-star forward Tajh Ariza, whom he coached during his tenure at St.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 20

Tony Bland Could Help Bill Self and Kansas Land Top 2026 Recruit

The Kansas Jayhawks officially brought on Washington assistant Tony Bland to the coaching staff on Tuesday. He replaced Chase Buford, who left for a spot as an assistant with the Denver Nuggets.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 20

What Kansas Basketball’s Coaching Staff Looks Like After Tony Bland Hire

Bill Self has shuffled around the Kansas Jayhawks coaching staff this offseason after a disappointing first-round exit in the 2025 NCAA Tournament. Following the departures of Norm Roberts and Chase Buford, Self added Jacque Vaughn and most recently Tony Bland to give KU a new look assistant lineup.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / August 19

Bill Self and KU Line Up Experienced Addition to Staff

Kansas basketball is expected to add Tony Bland to its coaching staff as an assistant, according to a report from ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Bland spent the 2024-25 season on staff at Washington under head coach Danny Sprinkle, marking his return to the college game after serving a three-year NCAA show-cause penalty.

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Kansas Jayhawks adding Tony Bland in assistant coaching role

Kansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self has hired veteran assistant Tony Bland to his staff, sources tell ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Bland, most recently an assistant at Washington, comes to the Kansas bench shortly after the Jayhawks lost another veteran assistant, Norm Roberts, who retired after last season.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / August 18

Bill Self never considered retirement amid health scare

In late July, Kansas basketball coach Bill Self underwent a heart procedure due to blockage in two of his heart arteries. A successful procedure that enabled his surgeon to give Self the green light to continue coaching.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 17

Several Kansas Basketball Targets Named in ESPN’s Top High School Recruits List

While the Kansas Jayhawks have yet to secure a commitment in the 2026 recruiting class, Bill Self has been closely monitoring several prospects this summer on the Adidas 3SSB circuit and other high-profile events.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / August 16

Bill Self Names Which Kansas Transfer Had the Best Summer

Bill Self provided a number of updates about the Kansas Jayhawks during his media session on Friday. He talked about his health and how he is feeling great and even better along in his progress than he was in 2023 with a similar heart issue.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Heartland College Sports / August 15

Bill Self Faced a Big Question and His Answer Says Everything

Kansas coach Bill Self broke his silence today, offering both an update on his recent health scare and a glimpse into what it would take for him to step away.

North Carolina State Wolfpack News / NC State Wolfpack on SI / August 15

Wolfpack Men's Basketball's Most Intriguing Non-Conference Game

The first year of Will Wade's tenure as head coach of the NC State Wolfpack received some clarity on Wednesday. The program released its non-conference slate of games for the 2025-26 season.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / August 9

2025-26 Kansas Jayhawks Preview: Bill Self Looking Forward To Season After Health Scare

Bill Self is looking forward to his 23rd season leading the Kansas Jayhawks after being cleared to return to work following a health scare. Self was hospitalized on July 24 due to “some concerning symptoms,” and ultimately underwent a heart procedure where he had two stents inserted.

College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8

Kansas coach Bill Self shares update after health scare

Self was hospitalized last month amid a significant health scare, but he has since returned to his normal day-to-day activities.

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Update emerges on Bill Self after his hospitalization

Bill Self appears to be trending in the right direction after recently having to be hospitalized. The longtime Kansas Jayhawks head basketball coach Self released a statement on Saturday revealing that he had been released from the hospital and was now home.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / July 26

Kansas coach Bill Self released from hospital

Kansas men's basketball coach Bill Self was released from the hospital Saturday after undergoing a procedure two days earlier to insert two stents, the university announced.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / July 24

Kansas coach Bill Self hospitalized, has 2 stents inserted

Bill Self, the winningest men's basketball coach in Kansas Jayhawks history, was admitted to the hospital and had two stents inserted on Thursday, the university announced.