KU ROSTER 2026-27
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Give him the 2 year deal. Sophomore year he could be a monster.
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Bardwell joining would be a nice jolt of talent to this team. I know its beneficial that he does reclass for his earnings potential with the eligibility changes. I also wonder if this move is that the staff isn't sold on what they got at the 2 guard/wing spot. Definitely can help us this yr
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@TYOHawk I'd be shocked if it doesn't happen
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@approxinfinity I don't think so. From his perspective it makes sense though. With the new rules coming into effect he would lose his 5th year for college if he takes this year in high school. Another talented body at the position doesn't hurt though. The problem is moreso that he has...tendencies that lead to Bill Self not playing a kid...
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@TYOHawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
Give him the 2 year deal. Sophomore year he could be a monster.
I fear that he will transfer after year one in the current climate but would love to be wrong because the talent is absolutely there.
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@BShark said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
@TYOHawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
Give him the 2 year deal. Sophomore year he could be a monster.
I fear that he will transfer after year one in the current climate but would love to be wrong because the talent is absolutely there.
Exactly why I’d push for the two year deal like Louisville did with that center.
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Unfortunately that's what i think on Bardwell as well. It's just beneficial he joins this yr and whatever we get from him is gravy. I don't expect anyone here more then a year anymore which is sad but after the last couple years the reality we are dealt
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I haven't seen Bardwell's prep game to speak with any insight, but his NBA scouting reports believe he can be a 3 and D guy at some point. But that may take a few years or so.
Supposed to have good size and athleticism (6-7, 190+). But needs to get stronger. Can guard multiple positions with quick feet and movement. good in pick and roll eventually with good cutting ability. Smart. Good rebounder. Apparently not skilled with the ball yet.
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@TYOHawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
@BShark said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
@TYOHawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
Give him the 2 year deal. Sophomore year he could be a monster.
I fear that he will transfer after year one in the current climate but would love to be wrong because the talent is absolutely there.
Exactly why I’d push for the two year deal like Louisville did with that center.
It's a good thought but I don't think any of these contracts are remotely enforceable. If it ends up going south and he wants to leave, then he will leave I feel. I would like to see some more retention and I think it can be possible to an extent. Other programs are doing it. I think part of the issue for KU is that it's clear Self is nearing the end/openly considered retiring etc...
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@tyohawk I will say I agree with what you said elsewhere. I am not really a Kohl believer at all so more bodies for this spot is good and I could see him being ahead of Kohl.
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@BShark said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
@tyohawk I will say I agree with what you said elsewhere. I am not really a Kohl believer at all so more bodies for this spot is good and I could see him being ahead of Kohl.
It doesn’t mean he’s in the circle of trust but I vividly remember Bossi saying he’s more talented than Kohl.
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Melvin might be coming back. Not a fan of it but I know he has a lot of fans so yeah.
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Ha, Melvin ain't coming back.
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He’s trying according to Vernon.
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hate watching Melvin shoot but his leadership would be pretty great on a totally new team whose best player is by all accounts very immature
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He was denied a waiver on his 2 year JUCO stint and only gave him the one year with us so the courts are what's left. Takes money and time for that to happen. Vernon is a hype influencer. I take what he says with a side eye.
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@TYOHawk said in KU ROSTER 2026-27:
He’s trying according to Vernon.
Double ha! Vernon as a source doesn’t inspire credibility. I’ll believe it when I see it. That being said, I hope it’s not true. Best of luck to Melvin, but Onward and upward.
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Btw for anybody in the know…
It seems we have 14 players on the roster…why do some think we still have two or three roster spots to fill? Thought 15 was the limit. -
I mean this would be a home run if Melvin could return.
Still a lot of uncertainty with the roster is insane
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We have 2 spots left
