Kansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self has been hospitalized after showing several concerning symptoms, according to a statement from the university on Thursday.
Self, who has previously undergone cardiac procedures, is expected to make a full recovery and will be released from Lawrence Memorial Hospital shortly.
“Kansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self experienced some unexpected symptoms on Thursday,” the statement mentioned. “He was taken to Lawrence Memorial Hospital, where doctors inserted two stents.”
“The procedure went well, and we are optimistic about his recovery. He is in good health and should be discharged soon,” the statement added.
This isn’t the first time Self faced health issues; he was hospitalized during the 2023 season due to concerns involving his arteries, leading to the placement of two stents.
Interestingly, Self had responded positively to the previous procedure, which is promising for his current situation.
Self’s recent hospitalization coincides with a challenging offseason for Kansas, following a disappointing NCAA Tournament exit where the Jayhawks were eliminated in the first round.
In his quest to strengthen the team, Self mentioned a shift in strategy this year to attract talent from mobile portals, indicating a departure from traditional rankings. “This year, I’ve focused less on what others think about rankings,” he explained, “and more on what it takes for us to play our best basketball and secure wins.” It’s a nuanced approach that might just pay off.
