Kansas' KJ Adams Injured in NCAA Loss

Kansas Jayhawks senior forward KJ Adams suffered a potentially serious Achilles injury during their 79-72 loss to Arkansas in the NCAA Tournament. The injury occurred late in the game as Adams was driving the ball up the court, resulting in him being helped off by teammates and potentially sidelining him for a year. Coach Bill Self expressed deep concern for Adams, whom he considers like a son, and highlighted the emotional impact of the injury over the team's early tournament exit. Adams, who had been a key player and an All-Big 12 Honorable Mention in 2024, concluded his college career with this unfortunate event. The injury coincided with a critical moment in the game, as Arkansas capitalized on Kansas' turnovers to secure the win. The loss marked Kansas' earliest tournament exit in 19 years, with Arkansas advancing to face St. John’s in the next round.