Kansas Adds Former NBA Draft Pick Ahead of College Basketball Season

The Kansas basketball team has bolstered its roster with the signing of former Purdue star and Minnesota Timberwolves draft pick Trey Kaufman-Renn just weeks before the 2026-27 season begins. The college athlete is currently eligible for another season after receiving a favorable court ruling, adding depth to the Blue Devils' frontcourt.

Kaufman-Renn was selected 59th overall by the Timberwolves in the 2026 NBA Draft, but never signed an NBA contract. His eligibility was secured through a preliminary injunction granted by a judge on October 9, allowing him to continue his college career while his case proceeds. Standing at 6-foot-9, the forward brings a wealth of experience to the Jayhawks, having spent five seasons at Purdue, where he averaged 20.1 points and 6.5 rebounds per game and earned first-team All-Big Ten honors in the 2024-25 season.

Not only does Kaufman-Renn provide the team with a proven interior scorer and rebounder, but he also fills the void left by freshman Grant Mordini, who suffered a season-ending patellar tendon injury. The coach, Bill Self, is confident that Kaufman-Renn's basketball IQ and experience will enable him to quickly adjust to the fast-paced college basketball environment, providing the Jayhawks with a dependable option in the frontcourt as they prepare for the new season.