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The Kansas Jayhawks are the athletic teams that represent the University of Kansas. The Jayhawks men's basketball program is one of the most successful and historic intercollegiate basketball programs in North America. Kansas has won four NCAA Tournament National Championships, in 1952, 1988, 2008, and 2022. The team has also been retrospectively awarded two Helms National Championships for the 1922 and 1923 seasons.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Number of national championships | 5 (including 2 Helms Foundation National Titles) |
| Years of national championships | 1922, 1923, 1952, 1988, 2008, 2022 |
| Number of NCAA Tournament National Championships | 4 |
| Number of Helms National Championships | 2 |
| Number of consecutive winning seasons | 35 |
| Number of winning seasons in Division I history | 97 |
| Number of non-losing seasons in NCAA history | 100 |
| Number of conference championships in Division I history | 63 |
| Number of consecutive regular-season conference titles in Division I | 14 |
| Number of Final Four appearances | 16 |
| Number of wins in Final Four games | 9 |
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Kansas Jayhawks' first national championship
The Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team is one of the most prestigious and historic intercollegiate basketball programs in North America. The team has won several national championships, the first of which was in 1922. However, it is worth noting that the NCAA Tournament did not begin until 1939, so the 1922 championship was not an NCAA Tournament victory. The Jayhawks won their first NCAA Tournament national championship in 1952.
The 1951-52 season was the Jayhawks' 33rd season with coach Phog Allen, who had a record of 590-219. The team had previously had only two losing seasons and two .500 seasons under Allen. The 1952 championship game was the first to have a true "Final Four" format, and the Jayhawks won the national title with an 80-63 victory over St. John's, who were coached by Frank McGuire. Clyde Lovellette of the Kansas team was named the tournament's Most Outstanding Player and became the only player to lead the nation in scoring and win a national title in the same year. The Jayhawks' victory in 1952 was followed by international acclaim when half of that roster captured Olympic gold in the 1952 Summer Olympics.
Following their first NCAA championship, the Jayhawks went 36 years without winning another, despite coming close as national runners-up in 1953 and 1957. The team finally won their second NCAA championship in 1988. The 1987-88 team was coached by Larry Brown and led by All-American senior forward Danny Manning. Manning led the tournament in scoring, including 31 points against the Sooners in the championship game, and was named Most Outstanding Player. The Jayhawks became the first school to win the national championship as a No. 6 seed.
In total, the Kansas Jayhawks have won four NCAA Tournament National Championships, with additional wins in 2008 and 2022, and two Helms National Championships. They have also been runners-up six times and hold the record for most consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances with 28.
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Kansas' 1988 national championship
Kansas has won five national championships in total, with the Jayhawks winning in 1952, 1988, 2008, and 2022. The 1988 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament was the 50th edition of March Madness, and Kansas won the national championship, beating Oklahoma 83-79 in the final game. This win was particularly notable as Kansas was a No. 6 seed, and it was the first time a school with this ranking had won the national championship.
Kansas, coached by Larry Brown, faced off against Big Eight Conference rival Oklahoma, coached by Billy Tubbs. Despite being considered a long shot, Kansas pulled off an upset, later remembered as "Danny and the Miracles". Senior forward Danny Manning led the tournament in scoring, including 31 points against the Sooners in the championship game, earning him the title of Most Outstanding Player.
Kansas had a record of 27-11 (9-5) in the 1987-88 season, finishing 3rd in the Conference Tournament. They entered the NCAA Tournament as a No. 6 seed in the Midwest Region. Their road to the championship included wins against No. 11 Xavier, No. 7 Vanderbilt, No. 4 Kansas State, No. 2 Duke, No. 1 Arizona, and No. 1 Oklahoma.
The 1988 championship was Kansas' second national title, 36 years after their first in 1952. This long gap between titles is notable, as Kansas had come close in the intervening years, finishing as national runners-up in 1953 and 1957.
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Kansas' 2008 national championship
Kansas has won five national championships, with their first being in 1952, followed by 1988, 2008, and 2022. The 2008 championship was their first since 1988 and was also the first for Kansas Coach Bill Self.
Kansas faced Memphis in the 2008 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship Game. It was a tightly contested game with several lead changes and momentum shifts. With just over two minutes remaining, Memphis was leading 60-51 and looked set to win its first national championship. However, Kansas mounted a furious comeback, starting with a 2-point jumper from Darrell Arthur and a 3-pointer from Sherron Collins, narrowing the gap to 60-56. Mario Chalmers then made a pair of free throws, and Darrell Arthur added a basket to make it 62-60. With 10 seconds left, Derrick Rose missed the first of two free throws for Memphis, making the second to give his team a 63-60 lead.
In the final moments, Mario Chalmers hit a 3-pointer to tie the game at 63, forcing overtime—the first in an NCAA championship game since 1997. In overtime, Brandon Rush, Darrell Arthur, and Darnell Jackson each made a basket to give Kansas a 69-63 lead. Chris Douglas-Roberts of Memphis cut the lead to 71-68 with one minute remaining. However, Kansas held on for a 75-68 victory, claiming their third national championship.
The game was memorable for Kansas's comeback and for Memphis's struggles with free throws, which ultimately cost them the championship. Kansas's victory was considered an upset, as Memphis entered the tournament as the number one seed in the South Regional and had set a record with 38 wins that season.
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Kansas' 2022 national championship
Kansas has won the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, also known as the National Championship, four times. Their first championship was in 1952, followed by victories in 1988, 2008, and 2022.
The 2022 National Championship game was held on April 4, 2022, between the No. 1 seed Kansas Jayhawks and the No. 8 seed North Carolina Tar Heels. The Jayhawks overcame a 15-point halftime deficit to defeat the Tar Heels 72-69, securing their fourth national championship and the second under head coach Bill Self.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with North Carolina tying the game at 57 late in the second half. However, Kansas went on a run, scoring 20 points in the first seven minutes and 19 seconds of the second half to take control of the game. The Jayhawks' offense came alive in the second half, making 58% of their shots compared to just 28% for North Carolina.
Kansas' victory was led by forward David McCormack, who scored a team-high 15 points, including the final four points of the game to seal the victory. Christian Braun also contributed with 12 points and 12 rebounds, while Ochai Agbaji and Jalen Wilson added nine points each.
The 2022 National Championship was a significant achievement for Kansas, as they became just the second team in history to come back from a 15-point deficit in the national title game to win, joining the 1962-63 Loyola Chicago squad. The victory also cemented Bill Self's legacy at Kansas, as he became just the second coach in the school's history to win multiple national championships.
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Kansas' NCAA Division I record
The Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball team has a rich history in NCAA Division I. As of the last complete season, the team has amassed 2,357 wins, the most Division I wins in NCAA history. This impressive record is accompanied by only 877 losses, resulting in a remarkable winning percentage of .729.
The Jayhawks' dominance is further highlighted by their 765-110 record at the historic Allen Fieldhouse, where they set the Division I record for the longest consecutive home winning streak at 59 straight games. Kansas has consistently reached the Final Four, showcasing their perennial contention. The team has also produced four Naismith Hall of Fame coaches, more than any other program in the nation.
The Jayhawks' first national championship came in 1952, and it wasn't until 36 years later, in 1988, that they secured their second title. This 1988 championship stands out as Kansas was the only No. 6 seed to win the title since the tournament expanded to 64 teams in 1985. Led by All-American Danny Manning, they defeated Oklahoma 83-79.
Kansas added to their legacy with national championships in 2008 and 2022, bringing their total to four. The 2008 championship was an overtime victory against Memphis, and the most recent title in 2022 was a thrilling win against North Carolina, coached by Bill Self, giving him his second national championship.
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Frequently asked questions
Kansas has won six national championships in total, four of which are NCAA Tournament National Championships, and two are Helms National Championships.
Kansas won their first national championship in 1952.
Kansas has won 9 games in the Final Four to date.
Kansas last won a national championship in 2022.
