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Three Instant Observations From Kansas' 90-82 Win Over Louisville

Kansas basketball kicked off the 2025–26 campaign on Friday evening with a 90-82 scrimmage victory over Louisville. It was an impressive showing for the Jayhawks, who got off to a strong start and never looked back after briefly giving up their lead in the first half.

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Bill Self Names Kansas Basketball Projected Starting Five vs Louisville

Heading into the season, there was some uncertainty surrounding the projected starting lineup for the Kansas Jayhawks. Darryn Peterson, Flory Bidunga, and Tre White were sure-fire additions to the starting five, but there were plenty of question marks in the backcourt about who would fill the final two spots.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 24

Luke Barnett Commits to Kansas: What He Brings and How He'll Fit

Ahead of Friday's scrimmage against Louisville, the Kansas basketball program received some big news on the recruiting trail on Friday afternoon. Luke Barnett, a top-150 prospect and 4-star shooting guard in the Class of 2026, committed to the Jayhawks over Miami (FL) and UNLV on the CBS Sports College Basketball YouTube channel.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 23

Bill Self on Retirement: ‘I Won’t Consider Going Out on a Down Year'

Kansas head coach Bill Self's name has been mired in retirement talks for quite some time. The speculation first began in 2023 when he missed the Big 12 and NCAA tournaments due to a health scare.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 23

4-Star Shooting Guard Luke Barnett Sets His Commitment Date

It is safe to say Bill Self has put together a loaded 2026 class, but there’s a chance another prospect will be joining the recruitment class. Luke Barnett, a 6-foot-4, 180-pound shooting guard, will announce his college commitment tomorrow at 2:15 p.m.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 23

Win or Lose, Don’t Read Too Much Into Kansas’ Scrimmage at Louisville

The Kansas basketball team is gearing up for its scrimmage this Friday against Louisville at the KFC Yum! Center. Both programs are ranked in the top 25 nationally and have a chance to be one of the best schools in their respective conferences.

Bill Self News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 22

Notable Quotes From Kansas Basketball HC Bill Self During Big 12 Media Day

Bill Self made a brief appearance on ESPNU this afternoon during Big 12 Basketball Media Days to talk about the 2025-26 Kansas basketball team. Here is what the Hall of Fame head coach had to say about his squad on set.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 21

KU Basketball Recruiting: 3 High School Prospects Still on Jayhawks' Radar

After Bill Self wrapped up an incredible recruiting stretch that saw Kansas basketball land four commitments in just eight days, things have since quieted down on the recruiting trail in Lawrence.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 20

Bill Self Reveals Whether He Plans to Redshirt Any Kansas Players

The Kansas basketball roster finally has more depth than it is had in recent years. Now that the NCAA-imposed scholarship limit has been completed, Bill Self has a full 13 scholarship players at his disposal.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 19

ESPN Analyst Claims Kansas HC Bill Self Is on ‘Retirement Watch’

Few Kansas basketball fans would dispute that Bill Self stands as the greatest coach in program history and among the best college basketball has ever seen.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 17

Kansas Basketball 2025-26 Position Breakdown: Frontcourt

Today is Late Night in the Phog, which unofficially marks the beginning of the 2025–26 Kansas basketball season. Earlier this week, we posted our position breakdown for the backcourt here at Kansas On SI.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 17

Bill Self Says Jeremy Case Is ‘Closer to Being Ready’ for Head Coach Role

Earlier this week, Kansas basketball assistant coach Jeremy Case was promoted to associate head coach for the upcoming season, marking the first time anyone has ever held that position under Bill Self at KU.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 15

Bill Self Delivers Kansas Fans Another Encouraging Health Update

Kansas head coach Bill Self met with the media on Wednesday during a press conference to discuss the Jayhawks' upcoming season. Self addressed several topics, including roster construction and players who have stood out in early practices.

College Basketball News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 15

Is Jeremy Case Now the Favorite to Succeed Bill Self at Kansas?

Kansas basketball head coach Bill Self announced Tuesday that assistant Jeremy Case has been promoted to associate head coach. Case has spent the last nine years on the KU coaching staff after first joining as video coordinator in August 2016.

College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / October 14

Kansas Basketball Announces New Coaching Promotion

Kansas basketball is putting its chips on continuity and internal growth. On Tuesday, head coach Bill Self confirmed Jeremy Case will be elevated to associate head coach, making him the only assistant on the Jayhawks’ roster to hold that title.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 14

Kansas Basketball 2025-26 Position Breakdown: Backcourt

The Kansas Jayhawks are only a few weeks away from tipping off the 2025-26 regular season, meaning Bill Self is likely in the process of finalizing his lineups and rotations.

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Which Kansas Basketball Transfer Will Make Biggest Impact for the Jayhawks?

For the first time in two years, the Kansas basketball team won't be relying solely on veterans to lead the squad. The Jayhawks will instead turn to young talents like freshman Darryn Peterson and sophomore Flory Bidunga this season.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 9

Where Kansas Landed in ESPN's 2026 High School Recruiting Rankings

Bill Self has excelled on the recruiting trail during his tenure as Kansas basketball head coach, but he had one of the most impressive week-long stretches in recent memory last week.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Kansas Jayhawks on SI / October 8

Where ESPN Placed Kansas Basketball in Its Final Preseason Rankings

The college basketball season is just weeks away from tipping off, and analysts are beginning to finalize their preseason rankings for the upcoming campaign.

Kansas Jayhawks News / Yardbarker / October 6

Self added to Kansas' elite recruiting class with four-star center

Bill Self added to Kansas' elite recruiting class with addition of four-star center

Self is setting his Jayhawks up for a very successful future thanks to a 2026 recruiting class that is starting to look stacked.

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College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / October 4

Fran Fraschilla Thinks Something Big Is Brewing in Lawrence

ESPN analyst Fran Fraschilla stirred the Big 12 narrative recently when he took to X and lamented how much the league suffers when Kansas basketball is not at its best.

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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College Basketball News / Larry Brown Sports / July 26

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.