Utah Transfer Dawes Visiting KU

Keanu Dawes, a 6-foot-9 forward, is considering a move to the Jayhawks.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:09pm

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Keanu Dawes, a 6-foot-9 transfer forward who has played at Rice and Utah, is on his way to Lawrence to visit Kansas, his agent Brandon Grier confirmed to the Journal-World on Tuesday afternoon. Dawes averaged 12.5 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists for the Runnin' Utes as he started all 32 games during the 2025-26 season.

Why it matters

Dawes would provide valuable frontcourt depth and experience for the Jayhawks, who are looking to build on their recent success and compete for a Big 12 title next season.

The details

Dawes, who has two years of eligibility remaining, is considering a transfer to Kansas after spending the last two seasons at Utah. The 6-foot-9 forward was a key contributor for the Runnin' Utes, starting all 32 games and averaging a double-double.

  • Dawes is on his way to Lawrence to visit Kansas on Tuesday afternoon.

The players

Keanu Dawes

A 6-foot-9 transfer forward who has played at Rice and Utah.

Brandon Grier

Dawes' agent who confirmed the visit to the Journal-World.

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What they’re saying

“Keanu Dawes is on his way to Lawrence to visit Kansas, his agent Brandon Grier confirmed to the Journal-World on Tuesday afternoon.”

— Brandon Grier, Dawes' agent

The takeaway

Dawes' potential transfer to Kansas would be a significant addition for the Jayhawks as they look to build a strong roster for the upcoming season. His experience and production at the Division I level could make him a valuable asset for the team.