With postseason just ahead, Bill Self looking for consistency out of Jayhawks
A day ahead of his Kansas basketball team’s regular season finale, head coach Bill Self addressed a number of topics during his press conference, including what he’s hoping to see out of the Jayhawks now that it’s March.
Self would like to see some offensive consistency from his team, as well as some confidence for his shooters, among other things, when the Jayhawks close their regular season Thursday night at home versus UTEP.
Bryce Thompson discusses recovering from broken finger and his Kobe Bryant fandom
Kansas freshman guard Bryce Thompson wouldn’t quite describe himself as being back at 100% after breaking a finger in his right hand in January.
But ahead of KU’s regular season finale Thompson said he’s feeling “around 97” percent. Earlier in his recovery, Thompson said he had to adjust his shot motion because of the injury.
“But now it’s pretty smooth,” he added.
Thompson also discussed his Kobe Bryant fandom and how that has led to him at times resembling his basketball hero.
Ochai Agbaji: It’s ‘been weird’ seeing Big 12 play continue this week without KU
The Jayhawks wrapped up their Big 12 regular season schedule this past weekend by beating Baylor. But the other nine teams in the league still had some work left to do this week.
KU guard Ochai Agbaji said it has “definitely been weird” to see other teams in the Big 12 playing each other when the Jayhawks only have their nonconference game with UTEP left.
Marcus Garrett’s Senior Night speech
Kansas guard Marcus Garrett waves to the crowd as he is honored before tipoff on Senior Night, Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 at Allen Fieldhouse. by Nick Krug
KU Sports Extra: Jayhawks Snag Signature Win Over No. 2 Baylor
Kansas guard Marcus Garrett (0) celebrates a forced turnover by the Jayhawks late in the second half of the Jayhawks' 71-58 win over Baylor on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 at Allen Fieldhouse. by Nick Krug
Kansas big man David McCormack on his late block in 13-point win over Bears
No. 17 Kansas defeated No. 2 Baylor, 71-58, for a big win Saturday Night in Allen Fieldhouse.
It marked the first loss all season for the Bears, who fell to 18-1 overall and 10-2 in league play.
The Jayhawks improved to 18-8 on the year, including 12-6 in league play. They also extended their streak on Senior Night to 38 consecutive wins.
Kansas will host UTEP on Thursday for the regular-season finale.
KU senior Marcus Garrett after delivering strong outing on Senior Night
No. 17 Kansas defeated No. 2 Baylor, 71-58, for a big win Saturday Night in Allen Fieldhouse.
It marked the first loss all season for the Bears, who fell to 18-1 overall and 10-2 in league play.
The Jayhawks improved to 18-8 on the year, including 12-6 in league play. They also extended their streak on Senior Night to 38 consecutive wins.
Kansas will host UTEP on Thursday for the regular-season finale.
Kansas coach Bill Self on what stood out during big win over Baylor
No. 17 Kansas defeated No. 2 Baylor, 71-58, for a big win Saturday Night in Allen Fieldhouse.
It marked the first loss all season for the Bears, who fell to 18-1 overall and 10-2 in league play.
The Jayhawks improved to 18-8 on the year, including 12-6 in league play. They also extended their streak on Senior Night to 38 consecutive wins.
Kansas will host UTEP on Thursday for the regular-season finale.
Kansas coach Bill Self previews Baylor ahead of rematch on Senior Night
No. 17 Kansas is set to host No. 2 Baylor Saturday night for its final Big 12 game of the regular season.
The Jayhawks are coming off a 75-72 overtime loss to No. 14 Texas. Baylor, meanwhile, just recorded a 77-72 win over Iowa State last time out.
It will be senior night for KU, which has won 37 consecutive games on senior night.
On Friday, seniors Mitch Lightfoot and Chis Teahan announced they were coming back for another season.
Tipoff is slated for 7 p.m. in Allen Fieldhouse.
Kansas guard Marcus Garrett reflects on career ahead of Senior Night
No. 17 Kansas is set to host No. 2 Baylor Saturday night for its final Big 12 game of the regular season.
The Jayhawks are coming off a 75-72 overtime loss to No. 14 Texas. Baylor, meanwhile, just recorded a 77-72 win over Iowa State last time out.
It will be senior night for KU, which has won 37 consecutive games on senior night.
On Friday, seniors Mitch Lightfoot and Chis Teahan announced they were coming back for another season.
Tipoff is slated for 7 p.m. in Allen Fieldhouse.
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