Overview

• Bardwell announced his commitment on Oct. 3, selecting the Jayhawks over Texas.
• The 6-foot-7 junior is a 2027 five-star small forward and No. 26 overall in the 247Sports Composite.
• He remains in the 2027 class but says he will attempt to reclassify to 2026, a process that is not yet resolved.
• Bardwell pointed to Kansas’ coaching as the key factor, and PHH Prep’s John Ortega said Bill Self laid out a path aimed at NBA readiness after an offseason in which Bardwell added about 10 pounds.
• He plays for PHH Prep’s OTE Diamond Doves and began his high school career at Scottsdale Desert Mountain before moving to the prep route.