Bill Self addresses criticism after acquiring Trey Kaufman-Renn at Kansas

Bill Self defended his decision to add NBA Draft pick Trey Kaufman-Renn to the Kansas roster during Big 12 media day. Kaufman-Renn, who played four seasons at Purdue and was the 59th pick in the NBA Draft, successfully argued for an extra year of eligibility. Self stated he does not consider himself a disruptor for pursuing Kaufman-Renn, emphasizing that he is acting within NCAA guidelines. Kansas also retains players Melvin Council Jr. and Tre White, who received injunctions for additional playing time. The addition of Kaufman-Renn marks a significant moment as the college basketball season approaches.

• 8:04 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Self pushed back at criticism after adding an NBA Draft pick to his Kansas roster