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By JAMES MADDEN Lawrence, KS – Kansas’ Darryn Peterson showed out in front of 30+ NBA scouting personnel in the Jayhawks’ win over BYU on Saturday. Prestigious NBA decision-makers Sam Presti (Thunder), Sean Marks (Nets, Brian Wright (Spurs) and Kevin Pritchard (Pacers) were all on hand. Darryn Peterson in 20 minutes: 18 points on 8 FGA. Elite scoring instincts on full … [Read more...] about Darryn Peterson shows out in front of 30+ NBA scouts

By JAMES MADDEN LAWRENCE, KS – In a battle of the potential top-two NBA Draft picks, Kansas dominated BYU from the start on Saturday, beating the Cougars 90-82. Darryn Peterson — who once again battled cramping issues, scored an efficient 18 points, all of which came in the first half. In attendance for Saturday’s game were three of Kansas’ main targets in the recruiting … [Read more...] about Kansas dominates in front of No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes

The CBS Sports Classic has added Kansas to its annual college basketball showcase featuring four of the nation’s top programs. The Jayhawks join Kentucky, North Carolina, and Ohio State as participants in the event.  UCLA opted out of the event last year and was replaced this year by St. John’s. The signature doubleheader began in 2014 and is broadcast each year on the … [Read more...] about Kansas joins CBS Sports Classic Field through 2029

By ADAM ZAGORIA Back in October, No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes signed an NIL deal with Nike. “I also want to work with Nike to connect with young athletes and give feedback on our footwear and apparel,” Stokes said then. “Not just from me, but from my community.” Now that Stokes, the 6-foot-7 small forward from Seattle (WA) Rainier Beach who is the No. 1 prospect in the … [Read more...] about No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes says Nike deal won’t impact college decision