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Missouri visits No. 2 Kansas after McCullar's 25-point game

No. 2 Kansas faces the Missouri Tigers after Kevin McCullar scored 25 points in Kansas' 88-69 win over the UMKC Kangaroos

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • Associated Press

UMKC visits McCullar and No. 2 Kansas

No. 2 Kansas hosts the UMKC Kangaroos after Kevin McCullar scored 21 points in Kansas' 69-65 win against the UConn Huskies

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Big East-Big 12 Battle: Kevin McCullar Jr. pushes Kansas past UConn in epic thriller

Kevin McCullar Jr. scored a team-high 21 points to lead No. 5 Kansas to a memorable 69-65 win over No. 4 UConn in the Big East-Big 12 Battle...

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Big East-Big 12 Battle: Kevin McCullar Jr. pushes Kansas past UConn in epic thriller

McCullar scores 21 as No. 5 Kansas beats No. 4 UConn 69-65 in showdown of past 2 NCAA champions

Kevin McCullar Jr. scored 21 points, including back-to-back 3-pointers that gave Kansas the lead down the stretch, and the fifth-ranked Jayhawks held on to beat No. 4 UConn 69-65

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • Associated Press

Marquette knocks off No. 1 Kansas, 73-59, advances to Maui Invitational championship

The No. 1 team in the country has fallen in college basketball, and it's courtesy of the reigning Big East champion, the fourth-ranked Marqu...

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Marquette knocks off No. 1 Kansas, 73-59, advances to Maui Invitational championship

Back-to-back triple-doubles McCullar finished Monday's 83-56 win over Chaminade with 22 points (8-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-7 FT), 11 rebounds, 10 assists, two blocks and three steals across 35 minutes.

Impact It's rare enough to see one triple-double at the college level, let alone consecutive ones. That's exactly what McCullar did, becoming the first player in school history to achieve that feat after logging his first against Kentucky last week. He'll face a tougher test against Marquette on Tuesday, but the future first-round NBA Draft pick is as close to matchup-proof as it gets due to the multi-faceted nature of his game.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin McCullar Jr. logs another triple-double for No. 1 Kansas Nov 20, 2023; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Kevin McCullar Jr.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Kevin McCullar makes school history as No. 1 Kansas tops Chaminade Nov 20, 2023; Honolulu, Hawaii, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Kevin McCullar Jr.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Shows off all-around game McCullar provided 15 points (5-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals over 26 minutes during Friday's 99-61 victory over Manhattan.

Impact After contributing as more of a defensive presence last season, McCullar has taken on a larger offensive role for the Jayhawks through their first two games, trailing only Hunter Dickinson in scoring with an 18 point per game average. However, after matching a career high with four three-pointers in his first game, McCullar made just one of five attempts on Friday night. If he can improve upon last season's 29.6% shooting from behind the arc, it would only serve to make the number one team in the land an even more difficult team to defend.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No. 1 Kansas hosts Manhattan after McCullar's 22-point game

No. 1 Kansas hosts the Manhattan Jaspers after Kevin McCullar scored 22 points in Kansas' 99-56 victory over the North Carolina Central Eagles

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • Associated Press

McCullar leads No. 1 Kansas against Manhattan after 22-point game

No. 1 Kansas plays the Manhattan Jaspers after Kevin McCullar scored 22 points in Kansas' 99-56 victory over the North Carolina Central Eagles

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • Associated Press

Leads Jayhawks in exhibition McCullar scored a team-high 25 points (9-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-9 FT) and added eight rebounds in Sunday's exhibition loss to Illinois.

Impact McCullar and new teammate Hunter Dickson each eclipsed 20 points, but it was not enough to take down the Illini. The talk all summer has been how much McCullar has improved on the offensive end. He will need to relied on for more than just his brilliant defense this season after the departures of Jalen Wilson and Gradey Dick. McCullar's ability to contribute across the board in 2023-24 is a reason why he deserves a selection in the first few rounds of fantasy leagues.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas Jayhawks hoops star Kevin McCullar held court before KU-Illinois football game McCullar says the basketball team has been re-energized after taking a short vacation after the squad’s three-game trip to Puerto Rico.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

'I want to win a championship': Kansas guard Kevin McCullar inspired by Christian Braun KU’s McCullar returned for a sixth and final season of college hoops. He says he’s inspired by former Jayhawk Christian Braun.

JUNE 15, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Why Kevin McCullar decided to return to KU basketball instead of staying in NBA Draft The pre-NBA Draft process for Kevin McCullar hinged on one factor. Here’s why he chose to return to KU basketball.

MAY 26, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Jayhawks' Kevin McCullar Jr returning for last season of eligibility

Kevin McCullar Jr. said Wednesday that he will return to Kansas for his final year of eligibility, likely rounding out a roster that could make the Jayhawks the preseason No. 1 nex...

MAY 24, 2023 • Associated Press

Projecting KU basketball's starting 5 after Kevin McCullar withdraws from NBA Draft How does Kevin McCullar’s return to Kansas affect the Jayhawks’ rotation for 2023-24?

MAY 24, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Kansas starter Kevin McCullar Jr. returning to school Guard Kevin McCullar Jr.

MAY 24, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Kevin McCullar returning to Kansas for 2023-24 McCullar was a two-time Naismith Defensive Player of the Year semifinalist in 2021-22 and 2022-23.

MAY 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Dance ends for Jayhawks McCullar recorded 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 72-71 loss to Arkansas...

Impact McCullar's first tournament run with Kansas will come to a quick end after being upset in the round of 32 by No. 8 seed Arkansas. The fourth-year senior and Texas Tech transfer logged career highs almost in numerous statistical categories during the 2022-23 campaign, including 10.7 points and 7.0 rebounds per game. McCullar will now need to decide if he plans to return to Kansas for his final season of collegiate eligibility or attempt to jumpstart his professional career.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting lineup McCullar is in the starting five for Thursday's game versus Howard, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact McCullar will replace Joseph Yesufu in the starting lineup Thursday after missing the previous game with back spasms. McCullar's play will be crucial for Kansas' chances at defending their title.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play in March Madness McCullar is no longer experiencing back and won't look to rest in Thursday's game versus Howard, Jordan Guskey of The Topeka Capital-Journal reports.

Impact McCullar is set to return to the lineup for the opening round of the NCAA Tournament after missing the Big 12 tournament final against Texas with back spasms. However, one of the nation's best defenders is in line to retake the floor and help Kansas defend their March Madness title.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant at practice McCullar (back) was a full participant in practice Wednesday, Harold Kuntz of FOX 4 News reports.

Impact McCullar, who did not appear in the Big 12 Championship game against Texas, was able to log a full practice Wednesday. The 6-foot-6 senior has appeared in 32 games this season (31 starts), averaging 10.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists and two steals on 30.6 minutes per game. McCullar appears in line to appear in Thursday's showdown with Howard, but his progress will be monitored moving forward.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin McCullar missed Saturday's Big 12 final vs. Texas. When will KU guard return? Kevin McCullar is day-to-day with back spasms. He sat out Saturday’s Big 12 Tournament blowout loss to Texas.

MARCH 12, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Not playing Saturday McCullar has been ruled out of Saturday's game against Texas, Gary Bedore of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact McCullar was tipped to be a game-time call, but in the end, he won't feature for Kansas in the title game against Texas. Joseph Yesufu is expected to take his place in the starting lineup. McCullar is averaging 10.7 points and 7.1 rebounds per game this season.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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