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An Unlikely but Intriguing NBA Draft Concern for the Kansas Jayhawks
- Dawes appears on the NBA's 71-player early entry list for the 2026 Draft, a potential for KU to adjust its roster this offseason.
- Keanu Dawes, a transfer from Utah, averaged 12.5 points and 8.8 rebounds as a junior and is KU’s potential replacement at power forward.
- There is a small but real chance Dawes stays in the draft, despite not being viewed as a major prospect in this class.
- KU's offseason plans could shift if Dawes remains in the draft, with Tyran Stokes already pledging to join the Jayhawks.
- The draft decision could hinge on NIL deals and one-on-one workouts that help overlooked prospects gain visibility.
- The final withdrawal date for Dawes, should he choose to stay in college, is May 27, 2026 to retain NCAA eligibility.
- The NBA Draft 2026 is scheduled for late June at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, providing a clear deadline for Dawes’ decision.
- Keanu Dawes' status adds to KU’s transfer-era roster considerations as the program navigates portal adds this offseason.
- The article notes that fans should watch Dawes’ decision closely as it could influence KU’s logistics and roster for 2026-27.
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