Kansas' Brandon Rush attempts a point in the paint against UCLA's Lorenzo Mata on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

UCLA guard Arron Afflalo drives past Kansas guard Brandon Rush in the second half.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush loses control of the ball as the UCLA defense pressures him during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush tries to cut around UCLA forward Alfred Aboya during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush reaches to defend against a shot by UCLA guard Arron Afflalo during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas defenders Brandon Rush, center, and Darnell Jackson look to defend against UCLA guard Michael Roll during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush can only watch as UCLA guard Arron Afflalo soars to the bucket during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush tries to cut around UCLA forward Alfred Aboya during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush loses control of the ball as the UCLA defense pressures him during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Bruins at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

UCLA guard Arron Afflalo drives past Kansas guard Brandon Rush in the second half.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush makes his way from the court as UCLA forward Luc Richard Mbah a Moute screams in celebration as time runs out in the Jayhawks' 68-55 loss in San Jose.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush stretches along side teammates Brennan Bechard, center, and Brad Witherspoon, right, following the Jayhawks loss to UCLA.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush leave the court as UCLA celebrates at the end of regulation on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Sherron Collins, left, and Brandon Rush leave the court as the UCLA Bruins celebrate at the end of regulation on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush dunks against UCLA on Saturday at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush soars in for a dunk late in the first half of play against UCLA.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush rejects a shot by UCLA guard Arron Afflalo in the first half.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush leans in to the microphone as he takes a question during Friday's press conference. To his left is center Sasha Kaun.

Published on March 24, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush hits the final point of the game against Southern Illinois on Thursday at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush attempts to get a hand on the shot of Southern Illinois' Jamal Tatum on Thursday at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush heads to the hoop against Southern Illinois' Matt Shaw on Thursday at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush and Darrell Arthur get their hands on the ball held by Southern Illinois' Matt Shaw's on Thursday at the HP Pavillion in San Jose, Ca.

Published on March 22, 2007

Brandon Rush works on his three-point shot during practice. Rush hit seven of eight three-point attempts last weekend.

Published on March 22, 2007

Brandon Rush and the rest of the Kansas Jayhawks arrive at the HP Pavillion on Wednesday for practice in anticipation for Thursday's game against the Souther Illinois Salukis.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush laughs as he answers questions from media members in the Jayhawks' locker room prior to the start of Wednesday's practice at the HP Pavilion in San Jose.

Published on March 22, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush looks to whip a pass around Kentucky defenders Sheray Thomas, center, and Randolph Morris during the second half of Sunday's second-round game against the Wildcats at the United Center in Chicago.

Published on March 18, 2007

Kansas' Julian Wright (30) and Brandon Rush put the squeeze on Kentucky's Sheray Thomas, center, on Sunday at the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

Published on March 18, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush chases down a loose ball as Niagara guard Tyrone Lewis hits the deck during the first half of Friday's first-round game against the Purple Eagles at the United Center in Chicago.

Published on March 16, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush struggles for the ball against Niagara's Tyrone Lewis in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament on Friday at the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

Published on March 16, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush ties up Niagara's Stanley Hodge in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament on Friday at the United Center in Chicago, Ill.

Published on March 16, 2007

The Kansas University Jayhawks, including Brandon Rush and Sasha Kaun, enter the United Center in Chicago, Ill., for practice on Thursday in preparation for the first round of the Men's NCAA Basketball Tournament. KU plays Niagara on Friday at 6:10 p.m.

Published on March 15, 2007

Kansas University's Brandon Rush laughs at all the comotion as fans, including Ethan Mershon, (red hair) 10, from Clarendon Hills, Ill., bombard the Jayhawks for autographs as they exit the United Center in Chicago, Ill. The Jayhawks practiced on Thursday afternoon in the Windy City for Friday's game against Niagara.

Published on March 15, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush soars in to get a hand on a shot by Texas guard D.J. Augustin in overtime.

Published on March 11, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush defends against Texas forward Kevin Durant in overtime of Sunday's championship game of the Big XII Tournament against the Longhorns at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 11, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush floats in a shot during the second half of Sunday's championship game of the Big XII Tournament against the Longhorns at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 11, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush launches a three over Kansas State guard Clent Stewart during the second half of Saturday's semifinal game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Wildcats at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 10, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush elevates to the bucket over Kansas State guard Blake Young during the first half of Saturday's semifinal game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Wildcats at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City. Kansas guard Sherron Collins is right.

Published on March 10, 2007

In this sequence of images Kansas guard Brandon Rush takes off for a jam after stripping the ball from Oklahoma guard David Godbold in the second half of play.

Published on March 9, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush throws down a dunk after stripping the ball from Oklahoma guard David Godbold during the second half of Friday's quarterfinal game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Sooners at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 9, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush chases down a loose ball after stripping it from Oklahoma guard David Godbold during the second half of Friday's quarterfinal game of the Big 12 Tournament against the Sooners at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City.

Published on March 9, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush tries to defend a pass from Oklahoma guard David Godbold as he flips it away from the floor during the first half of Friday's quarterfinal game of the Big 12Tournament against the Sooners at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City. Back is Oklahoma center Longar Longar.

Published on March 9, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush pumps his fist during the first half of Saturday's game against the Longhorns at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush out-jumps Texas' Justin Mason (24) and Damion James for a rebound on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush pulls up from three over Texas guard J.D. Lewis during the second half of Saturday's game against the Longhorns at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on March 3, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a shot between Oklahoma guards Michael Neal, left, and Bobby Maze during the second half of Monday night's game at Lloyd Noble center in Norman.

Published on February 26, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a three over Oklahoma guard David Godbold during the first half of Monday night's game at Lloyd Noble center in Norman.

Published on February 26, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush claps for his teammates as he watches the scoreboard while waiting to check in during the second half of Monday night's game against the Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum.

Published on February 19, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush reverses a layup around Kansas State defenders Lance Harris and David Hoskins during the second half of Monday night's game against the Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum.

Published on February 19, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a jumper over Nebraska guard Marcus Perry during the first half of Saturday's game against the Cornhuskers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 17, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush runs away with a steal from Colorado forward Jeremy Williams during the second half of Wednesday night's game against the Buffaloes at the Coors Events Center in Boulder. Right is Kansas forward Darnell Jackson.

Published on February 14, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a three-pointer from the wing over Colorado forward Marcus King-Stockton during the first half of Wednesday night's game against the Buffaloes at the Coors Events Center in Boulder.

Published on February 14, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush dunks over Missouri forward Darryl Butterfield during the second half of Saturday's game against the Tigers at Mizzou Arena.

Published on February 10, 2007

Kansas University guard Brandon Rush looks to dish as he drives against Missouri forward Marshall Brown in the second half of the Jayhawks' loss at Missouri. Rush had 14 points in that 89-86 setback in Columbia, Mo.

Published on February 10, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush has a laugh on the bench with guard Rodrick Stewart during the second half of Wednesday night's game against the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 7, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush whoops it up after drilling a three pointer to extenc the Jayhawks lead during the first half of Wednesday night's game against the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 7, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush elevates for a jumper over Kansas State guard Jermaine Maybank during the first half of Wednesday night's game against the Wildcats at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 7, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush outreaches Texas A&M's Josh Carter in the first half on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on February 3, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a three-pointer over Nebraska guard Charles Richardson Jr. during the second half of Monday night's game against the Cornhuskers at the Devaney Center in Lincoln.

Published on January 29, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush moves the ball out to the wing as he drives against the defense of Nebraska defenders Sek Henry, left, and Charles Richardson Jr. during the second half of Monday night's game against the Cornhuskers at the Devaney Center in Lincoln.

Published on January 29, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush releases a three-pointer out of the reach of Nebraska guard Jamel White during the second half of Monday night's game against the Cornhuskers at the Devaney Center in Lincoln.

Published on January 29, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a jumper over Nebraska guard Sek Henry during the first half of Monday night's game against the Cornhuskers at the Devaney Center in Lincoln.

Published on January 29, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush elevates for a fast-break dunk against Colorado's Richard Roby (23) in the first half on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on January 27, 2007

Kansas guard Mario Chalmers calls his teammates over for a huddle with center Sasha Kaun, center, and guard Brandon Rush during the second half of Wednesday's game against the Bears at the Ferrell Center in Waco.

Published on January 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush soars in for a bucket and a foul from Baylor center Josh Lomers during the second half of Wednesday's game against the Bears at the Ferrell Center in Waco.

Published on January 24, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush walks away in frustration following a Texas Tech bucket late in the second half of the Red Raiders' 69-64 upset over the Jayhawks Saturday in Lubbock.

Published on January 20, 2007

Missouri guard Matt Lawrence puts up a last ditch effort three against Kansas guard Brandon Rush that fell well short with a little over a second remaining in regulation.

Published on January 15, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush elevates for a shot over Missouri guard Jason Horton during the second half of Monday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on January 15, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush prepares to swat Missouri's Keon Lawrence in the first half.

Published on January 15, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush rejects a shot by Missouri guard J.T. Tiller during the first half of Monday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on January 15, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a shot over Iowa State guard Rahshon Clark during the second half of Saturday's game against the Cyclones at Hilton Coliseum.

Published on January 13, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush pumps his chest after hitting a three pointer to send the game into overtime.

Published on January 13, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush raises a high fist as the Jayhawks walk off the court with a 68-64 win over Iowa State in overtime at Hilton Coliseum.

Published on January 13, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush darts down the court after pulling off a steal in overtime of Saturday's game against the Cyclones at Hilton Coliseum.

Published on January 13, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush incidentally tugs the shirt of Oklahoma State guard Terrel Harris as he tries to drive during the first half of Wednesday night's game against the Cowboys at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on January 10, 2007

Kansas' Brandon Rush slams a wide open dunk on Oklahoma State on Wednesday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on January 10, 2007

Kansas guard Brandon Rush spots up for a three during the second half of Sunday's game against the Gamecocks at the Colonial Center in Columbia, South Carolina.

Published on January 7, 2007

Kansas guards Brandon Rush, front, and Brady Morningstar, back, cheer a late bucket by fellow guard Russell Robinson during the second half of Sunday's game against the Gamecocks at the Colonial Center in Columbia, South Carolina.

Published on January 7, 2007

Rhode Island guard Jimmy Baron attempts to hold back Kansas guard Brandon Rush as he glides in to the bucket during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Rams at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 30, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush throws down a dunk during the first half of the December 30, 2006, game against the Rams at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 30, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush looks to block a shot by Rhode Island forward Will Daniels during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Rams at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 30, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush attempts a dunk against Boston College's Sean Williams on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse. Rush scored 15 points against the Eagles.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush bodies up against Boston College's Jared Dudley on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse. Rush's defense helped keep Dudley quiet, scoring only 14 points.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Darrell Arthur stretches for a rebound, one of twelve in the game, as teammate Brandon Rush gains position against Boston College on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush (25) snags a rebound next to teammate Darnell Jackson (32) as Boston College's Sean Marshall (23) and Shamari Spears (34) look on in the first half on Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on December 23, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush blocks Winston-Salem State's Darius Floyd's shot into the air in the second half.

Published on December 19, 2006

Kansas Jayhawk sophomore guard Brandon Rush picks out a CD player as Darnell Jackson and Ronnie Chalmers, director of basketball operations, also shop for Salvation Army families at Wal-Mart. Each member of the basketball team could spend $100 to shop for a Salvation Army family.

Published on December 18, 2006

The last time the Jayhawks played in Kansas City, Mo., Brandon Rush (25) and company flew past Toledo, 68-58, in Kemper Arena last December.

Published on December 9, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush disrupts the dribble of Toledo guard Jonathan Amos during the second half of Saturday's game against the Rockets at Kemper Arena

Published on December 9, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush gets a hand out to block a shot by Toledo guard Keonta Howell during the first half of Saturday's game against the Rockets at Kemper Arena.

Published on December 9, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush looses control of the ball after being hit by Southern California guard Kevin Galloway during the first half of Monday night's game against the Trojans at Allen Fieldhouse

Published on December 4, 2006

Kansas defenders Brandon Rush, left, and Julian Wright, look to grab a loose ball from Southern California forward Taj Gibson during the first half of Monday night's game against the Trojans at Allen Fieldhouse

Published on December 4, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush throws down a dunk late in the second half of Monday night's game against the Trojans at Allen Fieldhouse

Published on December 4, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush celebrates after the Jayhawks forced a Trojan turnover during the second half of Monday night's game against the Trojans at Allen Fieldhouse

Published on December 4, 2006

DePaul's Sammy Mejia (11) hits one of two three pointers during the last 2 minutes of play against Kansas' Brandon Rush on Saturday in Chicago, Ill. Mejia scored 18 of his 23 points in the second half.

Published on December 2, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush (25) shoots over DePaul's Wilson ÃChandler in the first half.

Published on December 2, 2006

DePaul's Sammy Mejia (11) hits one of two three pointers during the last 2 minutes of play against Kansas' Brandon Rush on Saturday in Chicago, Ill. Mejia scored 18 of his 23 points in the second half.

Published on December 2, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush ties up Dartmouth's Jarrett Mathis.

Published on November 28, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush and Florida forward Joakim Noah watch Rush's winning bucket fall during overtime of Saturday night's game against the Gators at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.

Published on November 26, 2006

Kansas defenders Brandon Rush and Julian Wright smother Ball State guard Peyton Stovall as he goes up for a shot during the second half of Friday night's game against the Cardinals at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas.

Published on November 24, 2006

Kansas University's basketball team - including, from left, Darnell Jackson, coach Bill Self, Brandon Rush, Russell Robinson, Sherron Collins, Rodrick Stewart and Darrell Arthur - makes its way through the Thanksgiving buffet line at the Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel. The Jayhawks dined after practice Thursday, the eve of their Las Vegas Invitational meeting with Ball State.

Published on November 24, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush heads to the bucket past Tennessee State forward Clarence Matthews during the first half of Tuesday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 21, 2006

Kansas guards Brandon Rush and Russell Robinson, back, hound Tennessee State guard LaDarious Weaver during the first half of Tuesday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 21, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush lunges to the bucket during the first half of Tuesday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 21, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush rejects a shot by Tennessee State forward Courtney Bohannon during the first half of Tuesday night's game against the Tigers at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 21, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush drives the lane against Towson's Rocky Coleman.

Published on November 19, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush tips in his own missed shot on Wednesday against Oral Roberts.

Published on November 15, 2006

Kansas' Brandon Rush (25) and Julian Wright (30) trap Oral Roberts' Moses Ehambe in the last minutes of Wednesday's 78-71 loss.

Published on November 15, 2006

Brandon Rush, who scored 22 total points in a pair of exhibition games against NCAA Div. II competition, didn't come out looking for his shot in Kansas University's regular-season opener Saturday night.

Published on November 13, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush picks up Northern Arizona guard Stephen Sir on defense during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Lumberjacks at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 11, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush tries to work his shoe back on after loosing it down the court during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Lumberjacks at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 11, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush heads to the bucket against Northern Arizona forward Kyle Landry during the first half of Saturday night's game against the Lumberjacks at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 11, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush pulls up for a three-point bucket on a Jayhawk breakaway during the second half of Saturday night's game against the Lumberjacks at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 11, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a shot over Emporia State center Ed Desir during the first half of Tuesday night's exhibition game against the Hornets at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 8, 2006

Kansas guard Brandon Rush puts up a shot over Washburn guard Kyle Fisher during the first half of Thursday night's exhibition game against the Ichabods at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 2, 2006

Sophomore guard Brandon Rush puts up a shot as the Jayhawks warm up prior to the start of Thursday night's game against Washburn at Allen Fieldhouse.

Published on November 2, 2006

Brandon Rush will help put plenty of fans in the seats in Allen Fieldhouse during the 2006-07 season. After that, chances are he'll try to do more of the same at the NBA level.

Published on October 26, 2006

"Super Sophomores" Brandon Rush, left, Mario Chalmers, center, and Julian Wright

Published on October 13, 2006

Sophomore guard Brandon Rush

Published on October 13, 2006

Brandon Rush offers a rose to his dance partner, Clara Simmons during Late Night at Allen Fieldhouse on Friday.

Published on October 13, 2006