SEASON STARTER: Kansas Jayhawks Open Exhibition Play vs Pitt State Gorrilas | Who Will Self Start?

Kansas Jayhawks tip off their exhibition season against Pittsburg State Gorillas—will Tyran Stokes rise as KU’s next great all-around threat? Bill Self navigates eligibility questions with Tre White and Melvin Council Jr., raising the stakes for KU’s early lineups and the bigger storylines in his coaching future.

Derek Johnson previews the Jayhawks’ rotation battles, how KU will address the 5-spot with Christian Reeves and Paul Mbiya, and what to expect from a Pitt State squad led by former KU sharpshooter Jeff Boschee. Can KU’s deep bench answer defensive concerns, especially guarding dynamic Gorilla guards Connor Rogers and Mason English? Key topics include Stokes’ impact, availability issues, and which lineups might shape KU’s championship hopes. Don’t miss this full breakdown of KU basketball’s exhibition kickoff and the player storylines shaping their season trajectory.

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