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Opinion: Naadir Tharpe takes Bill Self on wild ride ... to the Sweet 16
While others sweated watching him, Kansas guard Naadir Tharpe played with the confidence of a man convinced that in the end everything would be just fine, says Journal-World sports editor Tom Keegan.• Box score• Bill Self, KU players postgame audio
Naadir Tharpe making most of opportunity
During Kansas University’s six games in the 2012 NCAA Tournament, then-freshman point guard Naadir Tharpe did not play during the final four games of KU’s run to the national title game and logged just 17 minutes of combined court time against KU’s first two opponents. By Matt Tait
Bill Self: Naadir Tharpe solid on ‘D
Naadir Tharpe was cited as one of the stars of the game for his defense on Kansas State standout Rodney McGruder. By Gary Bedore
Opinion: Naadir Tharpe big reason nightmare stretch is over
On this night, especially in the first half, Kansas sophomore point guard Naadir Tharpe did a brilliant job of doing what point guards are supposed to do, which is to bring out the best in the other four players on the floor, Journal-World sports editor Tom Keegan writes.• Box score• KU coach Bill Self postgame audio
Naadir Tharpe makes most of second chance in KU's comeback win over Texas
After being re-inserted into the game late in the second half, Kansas point guard Naadir Tharpe didn't let his team down, knocking down two big shots in the Jayhawks' 64-59 victory over Texas. By Gary Bedore • Box score • KU coach Bill Self postgame audio
Self praises KU bench's improved play, confidence
Pleased with Kansas University’s men’s basketball starting lineup, Bill Self has also been impressed with the work of his reserves. By Gary Bedore
Lately, Naadir Tharpe incomparable
KU backup guard credits brother for his recent emergence
Naadir Tharpe, who has been on quite a roll with 22 assists against no turnovers the last four games, grinned Saturday night when asked if he’d compare himself to another height-challenged point guard, Allen Iverson. By Gary Bedore
Opinion: Confident Naadir Tharpe no longer questioning his ability
Remember the Naadir Tharpe that retreated when the opposition attacked? You can forget him now, Journal-World sports editor Tom Keegan says, because the sophomore guard has pushed that timid player into the past.
Notebook: Naadir Tharpe challenging himself against Elijah Johnson in practice
Kansas University sophomore Naadir Tharpe has some epic 1-on-1 battles with senior point guard Elijah Johnson at Jayhawk basketball practices. By Gary Bedore
Opinion: Improved Naadir Tharpe delivers in pressure situation
Though he didn't receiver a perfect grade from his coach, Kansas sophomore guard Naadir Tharpe passed the test with the game on the line, Journal-World sports editor Tom Keegan says.
Tharpe shooter: Self, Jayhawks counting on sophomore guard for offense
Kansas University guard Naadir Tharpe is a much better shooter than last year’s percentage of .289 would indicate, KU basketball coach Bill Self says. Story by Gary Bedore
KU’s Naadir Tharpe enamored of his little girl
One of Naadir Tharpe’s tiniest, yet most vocal, fans resides in his hometown of Worcester, Mass. That person is Naadir’s 9-month-old daughter, Amara Grace Tharpe, who voices her pleasure for her papa in an enthusiastic way. By Gary Bedore
Path to success: Former Jayhawk Russell Robinson shares advice with Naadir Tharpe
Last week, when former Jayhawk point guard Russell Robinson got his first up-close look at current Kansas University sophomore Naadir Tharpe, he liked what he saw.
Naadir Tharpe’s nadir: Freshman not sulking over lack of court time
When Kansas University freshman point guard Naadir Tharpe is having a bad day, it usually doesn’t last long.
Towson coach lauds Tharpe, Jayhawks
Towson coach Pat Skerry, who originally recruited Kansas University point guard Naadir Tharpe when Skerry was a part of the Providence coaching staff, was impressed with the freshman following KU’s 100-54 victory on Friday.
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Naadir Tharpe said KU was focused on its defensive effort March 17, 2012
Kansas players discuss victory over Fort Hays State November 8, 2011
Jeff Withey, Conner Teahan and Naadir Tharpe discuss win over Pitt St. November 1, 2011
Naadir Tharpe: Why he picked KU October 24, 2011
Some players a pleasant surprise to teammates October 22, 2011
Naadir Tharpe discusses scrimmage, adjusting as freshman June 8, 2011