Michigan signed its best class in program history this time last year, adding five freshmen, including two McDonald’s All-Americans. Three are starting this season; Syla Swords leads the team in scoring at 23.5 points per game and was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Week on Monday.

(This story was updated to change or add a photo or video.) ATLANTA — Kansas basketball had a chance to record another significant victory with a matchup Tuesday against Michigan State and delivered a 77-69 win. The No. 1 Jayhawks faced Spartans in the ...

Until ... KU managed to string together about 6 minutes of quality play as the Jayhawks escaped with a 77-69 win over Michigan State in the Champions Classic on Tuesday at State Farm Arena. History was also made as Self passed legendary Jayhawk coach Phog Allen with 591 victories — the most all-time for the storied Kansas program.