Jayhawks target Kameron Taylor, a scoring guard from UNC Asheville, visits this weekend. Can his explosive downhill game fill Kansas' backcourt needs?
Kansas is set to host another intriguing backcourt option in the portal, as Kameron Taylor plans a visit to the Kansas Jayhawks this weekend, according to Dushawn London of 247Sports.
The UNC Asheville Bulldogs guard is coming off a strong sophomore season, averaging 18.9 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists while shooting 45.3% from the field. Taylor brings clear scoring ability and athleticism, thriving when attacking the rim and generating free-throw opportunities.
While his perimeter shooting remains a concern, 28.1% from three on 4.3 attempts per game, his downhill playstyle and ability to create offense could fill an immediate need for Kansas in the backcourt.
If the Jayhawks are willing to bet on development from deep, Taylor offers high-upside scoring and explosiveness that fits well in Bill Self’s system.
Texas Tech Buzz Heats Up As Former Kansas Jayhawk Big Man Flory Bidunga’s Portal Decision Looms
Kansas big man Flory Bidunga entering the transfer portal already felt like a major blow, but now there’s real smoke connecting him to a Big 12 rival. A new 247Sports crystal ball from analyst Jeff Ermann has Bidunga landing at Texas Tech, and yeah… that would hit different.
It’s one thing if he leaves for somewhere like Duke or another blue blood outside the league. You tip your cap and move on. But Texas Tech? That turns it into a storyline.
Bidunga was one of the few bright spots for KU this past season, putting up 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game while anchoring the defense. He’s arguably the top big man in the portal, and whoever lands him is getting an instant impact player.
The bigger piece here is NIL. Texas Tech has serious money behind it right now, and multiple reports suggest Bidunga could command up to $5 million next season. That’s the reality of college basketball in 2026, especially for elite rim protectors with NBA upside.
From Kansas’ perspective, this couldn’t come at a worse time. With Bidunga gone and other frontcourt pieces exploring options, the Jayhawks are staring at a complete rebuild in the paint. Bill Self and staff have work to do, and fast.
As for Bidunga, nothing is official yet. Crystal balls aren’t commitments. But if he does end up in Lubbock, this goes from “tough loss” to full-on rivalry fuel overnight.
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