Kansas basketball adds impressive point guard Joseph Yesufu

To strengthen the roster, Kansas basketball head coach Bill Self has looked to an active transfer market.

The most recent acquisition is now former Drake Point Guard Joseph Yesufu. The Jayhawks will look to Yesufu to add backcourt depth and perimeter scoring ability.

Yesufu is coming off a strong sophomore season, averaging 12.8 points per game. He shot an impressive 44.2% from the field and 38.4% from the three-point line.

He broke out over the final nine games averaging 23.2 points in that span. The Bulldogs called on Yesufu down the stretch after injuries to two key starters, and his scoring helped lead Drake to the Missouri Valley Tournament final and a First Four victory over Wichita State.

Strong performances off the bench earned Yesufu a starting spot and more minutes in the final seven games. In the NCAA Tournament, he scored 21 points against Wichita State and 26 points against USC.

The Jayhawks need a true point guard and consistent perimeter scoring, and Yesufu can fulfill this role.

With three years of eligibility, Yesufu will have time to develop. Bill Self has developed a strong pedigree of point guards in his time with Kansas Basketball.

Joseph’s offensive abilities could take pressure off of the other guards to score and adds to a deepening backcourt rotation.

If Yesufu’s play down the stretch is an indicator of future performance, KU fans should be excited about his potential. His transfer could prove to be important to Kansas Basketball over the next several years.