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    KU ROSTER 2026-27

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      crimsonblu22 @TYOHawk
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      @TYOHawk what’s an exhibit 10 contract and wouldn’t that be more attractive than coming back to a crowded roster here? I don’t know what either team could offer.

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        rockchalkjayhawk @crimsonblu22
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        @crimsonblu22 said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

        @TYOHawk what’s an exhibit 10 contract and wouldn’t that be more attractive than coming back to a crowded roster here? I don’t know what either team could offer.

        It’s a one year, non guaranteed deal. Only worth $120,000, plus potential bonus?

        So, coming back to college could at least be worth more $$$$.

        (Sorry to answer for @tyohawk )

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          TYOHawk @rockchalkjayhawk
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          @rockchalkjayhawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

          @crimsonblu22 said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

          @TYOHawk what’s an exhibit 10 contract and wouldn’t that be more attractive than coming back to a crowded roster here? I don’t know what either team could offer.

          It’s a one year, non guaranteed deal. Only worth $120,000, plus potential bonus?

          So, coming back to college could at least be worth more $$$$.

          (Sorry to answer for @tyohawk )

          Nah you’re right on the money..I appreciate it. For guys like Seth Trimble, Jaxon Kohler and Tre…they would make more money in college.

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            crimsonblu22
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            Would u turn down the Heat offer?

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              CasterTroy
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              https://x.com/JoeTipton/status/2087663555243897320

              Rumor is, this happened because supposedly Tre White is coming back for another year and there wouldn’t be any playing time for him this year

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                rockchalkjayhawk
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                Wow. Ouch if that is true.

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                  BeddieKU23
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                  He did decommit. Wants to play in 26 to maximize his 5 for 5 due to his age. It didn't work out with him joining this yr due to the White/Council situation

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                    approxinfinity
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                    Seems like there would be other factors too. Self retiring, amount of cash left in this years pot, etc.

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                      DCHawker @CasterTroy
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                      @CasterTroy Don't really like that trade. I assume White would expect to be part of the starting 5, but then who isn't? He isn't better than Dawes at the 4 or Stokes on the wing. Ahead of Blyden? I would rather have better ballhandling at the 2-3. Does that leave Parker deep on the bench? If HCBS would really play 8-9 guys, maybe, but history tells us he won't...

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                        BeddieKU23
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                        White returning is a good thing. Would have easily been a top 10ish transfer on the market. Killed it in summer league and is a much needed leader and playmaker to add back in the mix. Had a good yr besides some struggles at the end. Had a late season injury and likely was gassed from too many minutes.

                        Seeing some chatter on socials it’s happening unless the injunction gets turned down later.

                        I cannot imagine him not improving with another year here. This also makes it clear they don’t trust Kohl and Parker to get it done in big roles.

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                          Jayhawk_69
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                          White would be an awkward fit but you just don't turn down a player of that caliber who knows the system. I reckon we would have to play small ball if he came back, starting Blyden, Kinney, Stokes, White, and Dawes. Another possibility is going a big ball lineup with Blyden (or TK) at the 1, Stokes at the 2 (which he could play), White at the 3, Dawes at the 4, and Mbiya (or Reeves) at the 5.

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                            MR11
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                            @Jayhawk_69 that honestly doesn't sound like an awkward fit. The small lineup would probably look the best when you can afford to run it, with the bigger lineup being good for matchups that White/Dawes need help at the 4/5 or potentially whenever Stoke/White are out. Lineup versatility would be a big plus come March if both are playable.

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                              CasterTroy
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                              https://x.com/RealRobReinhart/status/2087940898298462562

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                                CasterTroy
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                                Not sure this is legit or not, this account is known to post fake stuff, we’ll see

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                                  Jayhawk_69 @MR11
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                                  @MR11 What I like about the big ball lineup is that we would have the size advantage in almost every game, would still be pretty quick, and still have 4 legit three-point shooters on the floor. That is a powerful and uncommon combination. The only issue is that the ballhandling in that lineup would be below average and I was looking forward to finally getting back to a 2PG look.

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                                    rockchalkjayhawk @CasterTroy
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                                    @CasterTroy said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

                                    Not sure this is legit or not, this account is known to post fake stuff, we’ll see

                                    Yea, let's be careful about posting fake news X links. not a good practice. This is a 100% fake news/troll account, called out by many. Stick to more reliable, known sources and the world will be a better place, maybe.

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                                      TYOHawk
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                                      Not a big fan of how things are being done personally but it is what it is.

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                                        rockchalkjayhawk
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                                        Bored today, so I wanted to catch up on the Stokes hype. I didn’t know much about his size and athleticism, so I watched a bunch of highlight videos…

                                        He seems pretty mobile for a biggish guy. He was handling the ball well, dribbling in open space and in traffic. strong finisher at the rim. That gives me confidence in his abilities for sure. He was aggressive.

                                        I thought going in that he’d be more “4” ish than guard/wing ish. I’m guessing he won’t be quick or agile enough to cover a shifty shooting guard, but I think he can hold his own against wings and bigger forwards. If he stays in front of a quick shooting guard, it maybe hard to initially get by him. His size will allow switching and hedging. But these highlights were mostly showcasing offense, so we’ll see how he defends.

                                        He doesn’t look like a pure shooter, not that I expected it, but more like a guy who can put up and make shots. I didn’t see any pick and roll highlights, but I hope he can learn these skills. Good size and strength to be a rim cutter and finisher. I can see him posting up from mid range and backing his guy down. He’ll be our baseline alley oop dunker for sure!

                                        I like his confidence.

                                        I just saw Self said he’s a mix of Wiggins and Josh Jackson. I’m not sure I see the athleticism like Wiggs, but ok.

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                                          BShark @rockchalkjayhawk
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                                          @rockchalkjayhawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

                                          @CasterTroy said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

                                          Not sure this is legit or not, this account is known to post fake stuff, we’ll see

                                          Yea, let's be careful about posting fake news X links. not a good practice. This is a 100% fake news/troll account, called out by many. Stick to more reliable, known sources and the world will be a better place, maybe.

                                          Strongly agree with this. That account is definitely bogus

                                          Absolutely do not click (new video sept 30 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjs1LR1sarQ

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                                            BShark @TYOHawk
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                                            @TYOHawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:

                                            Not a big fan of how things are being done personally but it is what it is.

                                            I wish we would go back to a development model but it's been clearly year to year with no concern with the players after the title year. Ironic considering that title had six of seven players that were homegrown with multiple years under Self.

                                            I will always cheer for the fellas but I do look forward to the next regime potentially getting back to that. It's very possible in this era as we have seen with other programs.

                                            Absolutely do not click (new video sept 30 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjs1LR1sarQ

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