Kansas freshman Christian Braun has learned plenty during his first few months in the program, and one of those lessons came from witnessing head coach Bill Self’s appreciation for what Marcus Garrett brings to the team.

“I’ve realized that Coach Self loves tough dudes,” Braun said.

KU plays against UMKC on Saturday, at Sprint Center

Kansas freshman Tristan Enaruna discusses how he’s getting acclimated to playing for the Jayhawks.

“I’m just trying to focus most on whatever coach told me to do, and just run the plays right,” Enaruna said, “and just trying to play natural basketball.”

The Jayhawks play Saturday night at Sprint Center, against UMKC.

Kansas coach Bill Self spoke to reporters Thursday afternoon in the Allen Fieldhouse media room.

Self talked about Devon Dotson's growth as a sophomore and compared this year's defense to the KU squad that won a national title. Self was also asked about why his team has struggled in these nonconference matchups in the Sprint Center.

No. 2 Kansas (8-1) will face Kansas City at 4 p.m. Saturday.

Kansas coach Bill Self spoke to reporters Monday afternoon outside the locker room.

Self spoke about KU's next opponent and provided insight on how he views his team at this point in the season. Self was also asked about how well the Jayhawks have done at home as they prepare for their last home of this decade.

Kansas plays host to Milwaukee on Tuesday.

Kansas forward Silvio De Sousa spoke to reporters Monday afternoon in the Allen Fieldhouse media room.

De Sousa talked about how the game is slowing down again for him. He spoke about the potential of KU's team defense and what makes Marcus Garrett so effective on that end of the court.

Kansas plays host to Milwaukee on Tuesday.