The Sports Bank's Ngozi Ekeledo stopped by the 2012 NBA Draft Combine's Media Day and talked to KU’s Thomas Robinson about possibly bringing his winning mentality to the Charlotte Bobcats. … [Read more...] about Kansas Jayhawks Thomas Robinson headed to Charlotte Bobcats? (Video)
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Perry Ellis helps restock loaded Kansas Jayhawks squad
Kansas Jayhawks super-recruit Perry Ellis. Yes, his name is exactly like the famous clothing designer, so will he be a fit at the Phog? Is he dressed for success at the level of big time college basketball? (c'mon you knew I was going to do some stupid clothing/designer pun, if the suit fits, wear it!) Ellis is a 6-8 forward center from Wichita Heights who talked about why … [Read more...] about Perry Ellis helps restock loaded Kansas Jayhawks squad
Jimmie Johnson at Kansas Speedway: NASCAR’s version of the Jayhawks
Jimmie Johnson's October 2011 victory at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City happened at an opportune time in the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup, but just like the University of Kansas Jayhawks college basketball team, which resides about 30 miles west of the speedway on I-70, the win wasn’t enough to pull off another championship. But Johnson’s stats in Kansas, like the … [Read more...] about Jimmie Johnson at Kansas Speedway: NASCAR’s version of the Jayhawks
Kansas Jayhawks future NBAers: Tyshawn Taylor, Jeff Withey
When it comes to future NBA players on the Kansas Jayhawks roster, it of course starts with Thomas Robinson, the go-to-guy and likely top 5 pick in June. But there are two guys you saw in the national title game last night who have professional potential too: point guard Tyshawn Taylor and Center Jeff Withey. Both have had their pluses and minuses highlighted and magnified … [Read more...] about Kansas Jayhawks future NBAers: Tyshawn Taylor, Jeff Withey
Kentucky vs. Kansas: NCAA Tournament National Championship drinking game
Welcome to the fourth annual NCAA Tournament Championship Drinking Game, one of our favorite articles every year here at The Sports Bank. If you missed our first three editions, you can check out the 2009 Michigan State vs. North Carolina version, the 2010 Butler vs. Duke edition, or last year's UConn vs. Butler. Even if you do not have a rooting interest in tonight's game … [Read more...] about Kentucky vs. Kansas: NCAA Tournament National Championship drinking game
Jayhawks Coach Bill Self has Shirt Deserving of its Own Post
Where do you begin upon looking at this picture of Kansas Jayhawks Coach Bill Self? Well, when you recruited Deron Williams and the rest of the guys who brought the Illini to the 2005 National title game, you can wear whatever shirt you want; no matter how Jersey Shore/ecto cooler in solid rayon form/homosexual environmentalist fund-raiser the shirt looks. (h/t to Kitchen … [Read more...] about Jayhawks Coach Bill Self has Shirt Deserving of its Own Post
Kansas’ Thomas Robinson only unanimous pick on AP All-American team
Kansas Jayhawks forward Thomas Robinson, a leading national college basketball player of the year award candidate heads today's announcement of the AP All-American team. From the Associated Press: … [Read more...] about Kansas’ Thomas Robinson only unanimous pick on AP All-American team
Kansas Jayhawks Look to Rock-Chalk Their Way to Houston
Choke artists. If there were two words to describe the Kansas Jayhawks under coach Bill Self those two may be it. The Jayhawks have ruined many brackets through the years from their first round losses to Bucknell and Bradley to their did-that-really-just-happen second round exit to Northern Iowa last year. That’s why, when Kansas only led by four at halftime against … [Read more...] about Kansas Jayhawks Look to Rock-Chalk Their Way to Houston