Former Kansas Forward KJ Adams to Join Coaching Staff During Injury Recovery
After wrapping up his four-year career with the Kansas Jayhawks in March, KJ Adams is set to return to Lawrence, but this time as part of the coaching staff.
According to 247 Sports reporter Jack Ritter, Kansas head coach Bill Self confirmed that Adams will join the coaching staff for the 2025-26 season as he continues to recover from a significant injury.
Adams, who had a promising future in professional basketball, suffered a torn Achilles tendon during Kansas’ NCAA Tournament loss to Arkansas. Given the nature of the injury, it could take over a year before he’s able to get back on the court. As a result, he will dedicate at least one year to coaching his former team.
Bill Self said today that KJ Adams will join the #kubball staff in some capacity for the upcoming year.
— Jack Ritter (@jackrritt) June 2, 2025
Known for his high energy and tough playing style, Adams was part of the Jayhawks’ national championship-winning squad as a freshman. Over the next three seasons, he became a key starter for Bill Self, starting 97 out of the 101 games he played.
Throughout his Kansas career, Adams averaged 8.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.9 assists while shooting 58.8% from the field.
With key assistants like Norm Roberts and Fred Quartelbaum leaving this offseason, former KU point guard coach Jacque Vaughn and now Adams have joined the coaching staff. While Adams’ specific role remains unclear, his experience and insights into Kansas basketball will be invaluable to the team’s current players.
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