Flory Bidunga Stays with Kansas Jayhawks

Flory Bidunga, a highly-regarded forward from the University of Kansas, has decided to remain with the Jayhawks for another year despite entering the transfer portal. This decision comes as a significant win for Kansas coach Bill Self, who is working to rebuild the team's roster after a disappointing season. Bidunga, who was a top-20 recruit and ranked No. 8 in the transfer portal, averaged 5.9 points and 5.4 rebounds per game last season. His return is noteworthy as it's uncommon for high-profile players to rejoin their original teams after entering the portal. Before confirming his return, Bidunga was pursued by several schools, including Indiana and Auburn. His continued presence is expected to bolster Kansas's efforts to improve upon their previous 21-13 record and an early NCAA tournament exit.