Self, Jayhawks look to future after Giddens exit
Kansas coach Roy Self discusses a young, inexperienced roster and the decision for J.R. Giddens to leave the program. He says the fresh start helps focus on basketball and notes the Moon Bar incident still shadows the team while vowing to handle any discipline after legal reviews.
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J.R. Giddens Leaves Kansas Basketball Program
KU fans react on the KUsports board to J.R. Giddens departure with mixed feelings about his talent and ego. Some call it for the best while others hope for maturity and a smoother program atmosphere.
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Perkins defends KU ethics and background checks plan
KU coach Roy Williams notes 650 players by the program as he discusses ethics, possible FBI background checks for recruits, and the Moon Bar melee investigation. Dana Anderson trusts Bill Self and says donors remain confident in KU, while Giddens’ departure is viewed as best for the program.
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Langford supports Giddens amid KU transfer talk
Langford defended J R Giddens amid charges and noted the Kansas program has changed with new players and coaches. He expects Self to build a roster around his recruits, sees a positive transfer outcome for Giddens, and believes the Jayhawks can move forward despite the event. Former KU figures Bahe and Waugh offered cautious, reflective takes on the situation.
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