Bill Self emphasizes significance of preseason game against Duke
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Kansas Jayhawks coach Bill Self commented on the upcoming preseason matchup against the Duke Blue Devils, scheduled for October 25. Self noted that both teams will use the game to evaluate their rosters ahead of the season opener in November. He highlighted the excitement around facing high-profile opponents, particularly with Duke's recent success in their matchups, including a win last year. This game will mark Duke's final contest of their preseason schedule.
- •Kansas to face Duke on October 25 in a preseason matchup.
- •Self references excitement for the game against high-profile opponents.
- •Duke holds a 9-7 record historically against Kansas.
- •Duke won the previous matchup 78-66 last season.
- •The game serves as a roster evaluation opportunity for both coaches.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Self discusses importance of preseason matchup vs. Duke
"Kansas Jayhawks coach Bill Self recently addressed a high-profile preseason matchup against Jon Scheyer and the Duke Blue Devils.
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