2009-10 Result: 33-3 (15-1 Big 12) lost to Northern Iowa 69-67 in the second round of the Midwest Region. Coach: Bill Self 409-148 17 seasons (202-43 in 7 years with the Jayhawks). Fifty-four Jayhawks have made their way to the National Basketball Association. Current players include Cole Aldrich, Darrell Arthur, Mario Chalmers, Nick Collison, Drew Gooden, Xavier Henry, … [Read more...] about Pre-Season Countdown | #8 Kansas
Cole Aldrich
College Basketball Splinters | February 3, 2010
By Paul Gotham Don't sweat the small stuff... ...unless you lose a conference game in overtime, at home. Preparation for a basketball game does not get much more basic than free throw box outs. Defensive players wait for the shooter's release, step in front of the opponent, and maintain contact. Easy. Right? Saturday night, that concept cost Kansas State a win over … [Read more...] about College Basketball Splinters | February 3, 2010
College Hoops Countdown | #1 Kansas
Leading up to the 2009 NIT Season Tip Off on November 16th, Pickin' Splinters will be counting down the top 25 of the college hardwood nation. '08 - '09 Results: 27 - 8 (14 - 2 Big 12) Lost to Michigan State in the third round of the NCAA Tournament, 67 - 62. Coach: Bill Self 169 - 40 (6 seasons at Kansas) 376 -145 (16 seasons) Key Returners: Sherron Collins - … [Read more...] about College Hoops Countdown | #1 Kansas