Melvin Council Jr. returns to Kansas Jayhawks for upcoming season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Kansas basketball has announced that Melvin Council Jr. will return to the program for the 2026-27 season. After initially hinting at other school options via social media, Council confirmed his decision to rejoin the Jayhawks. He previously received a preliminary injunction from a New York court granting him an additional year of eligibility. Council was a key player for Kansas last season, averaging 12.7 points, 5.1 assists, and 5.0 rebounds while being named the Big 12 Newcomer of the Year. Kansas coach Bill Self expressed excitement about Council’s return and the impact he will have on the new roster as practices begin.
- •Melvin Council Jr. announced his return to Kansas on October 4, 2026.
- •He received a preliminary injunction for eligibility in the upcoming season.
- •Council was named Big 12 Newcomer of the Year last season.
- •He averaged 12.7 points, 5.1 assists, and 5.0 rebounds for Kansas.
- •Kansas coach Bill Self praised Council's leadership and experience.
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Melvin Council Jr. returns to Kansas Jayhawks
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Kansas basketball announces Melvin Council Jr.’s return to Lawrence
"Melvin Council Jr. will be returning to the Kansas basketball program. The Jayhawks announced the news, bringing back a fan favorite from last season.
"After a bizarre social media post on Saturday, Council ends up returning to Kansas.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 4:37 PMMelvin Council Jr. returns to Kansas Jayhawks
After a bizarre social media post on Saturday, Council ends up returning to Kansas.
- Yahoo SportsOct 4, 2026, 4:35 PMKansas basketball announces Melvin Council Jr.’s return to Lawrence
Melvin Council Jr. will be returning to the Kansas basketball program. The Jayhawks announced the news, bringing back a fan favorite from last season.
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