Mbiya Rising as Jayhawks' Big Man | Big 12 Basketball News

Kansas basketball’s big man puzzle is taking shape as August begins—with Mihailo Muiki’s status pending and Christian Reeves sidelined. Enter Paul Mbiya, the six-foot-eleven center with a seven-foot-eight wingspan, who’s rapidly rising in Coach Bill Self’s eyes. Self raves about Mbiya’s summer transformation, both physically and athletically, hinting he could start this season. With Kansas needing interior presence and rebounding, Mbiya’s breakout potential feels undeniable. Scouts already see NBA upside, and his NCAA Tournament flashes suggest he’s ready to deliver—especially if Reeves’ injury timeline remains uncertain. Mbiya’s path to playing time? Clear. His breakout year? Almost guaranteed. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/879d55887a690658