Kansas basketball: 3 reasons why Kevin McCullar makes KU the nation’s best team

2. McCullar can improve upon his offensive skill set.

McCullar did the little things for Kansas last season. He rebounded well, was a great player on the defensive end, and was never afraid to be physical and dive for loose balls. However, he was often a liability with the ball in his hands.

This season, there is a high probability that Self will lean on him more than others offensively, which was different during his first year with the Jayhawks.

Self loves experienced players, so McCullar should see 30-35 minutes per night. He should improve on his 10.7 points per game average from 2022-23, and it wouldn’t be shocking if the leading scorers this season were Harris, Dickinson, and McCullar.

KU has a well-balanced roster, but at the end of the day, it’s still Self running the plays in crucial situations. Perhaps McCullar can develop a more consistent jump shot and slashing game, and Coach Self will draw up more plays for him.

Self trusts his players, and McCullar is an excellent example of that.
It will be interesting to see how McCullar improves his level of play from the offensive side throughout the 2023-24 season, and it should lead to a productive scoring Jayhawk team. It’s important for him to do so, as the primary reason he withdrew from the NBA Draft was because of his mediocre offensive abilities.