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Kansas’ Big Man Bet: Mbiya’s Rise | Big 12 Basketball News
Kansas basketball is betting big on 21-year-old center Paul Mbiya, a towering seven-footer from the DRC with an eye-popping 7’8” wingspan, to anchor the team this season. After a raw freshman campaign and a brief portal detour, Mbiya returns as a junior under NCAA rules, bringing undeniable physical upside. Though his stats last year were modest, he flashed potential in March Madness — scoring eight points and grabbing six rebounds — proving his size alone can disrupt opponents. Coach Self, known for developing raw centers like Udoka Azubuike, sees Mbiya’s athleticism as a game-changer…
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