Puff Piece in The Athletic

The Athletic has an article on the Jayhawks. It is an interview with Ramsey Nijem. He is the coach who gets to spend the most time with the players at this point. It seems a little like a puff piece. But it was encouraging nonetheless. Here is a brief recap.

Ochai - Already a hard worker but highly motivated and working super hard. Also motivating others because he knows what it takes to win. Leading by example and vocally.

Christian — added 10 pounds and all muscle. Also apparently has really transformed his game. Look for big things from Christian.

Remy - quick as lightning. His age shows in his leadership and maturity. Also a hard worker and motivated to win.

McCormack — Nijem working with him to make him to make him dominant in the league. McCormack is also a senior and has doubled down on his motivation. Working very hard.

Wilson — Nijem is working on his explosiveness. Has added 2 inches to his vertical.

Harris — Nijem really built up Harris. Said next to CB is the biggest transformation on the team. Apparently really stepping up his leadership skills.

Cam Martin — lost 10 pounds. I was reading between the lines that he is getting a welcome to big-time basketball and needs to get in better shape.

KJ Adams — apparently a beast physically

Clemence — standing out but all the freshmen are pretty solid

Jalen Coleman-Lands — like Remy Martin, good maturity and working hard. Wants his last run to count.

No mention of Yesufu.