Kansas guard Noah Shelby has entered the NCAA transfer portal after spending one season in Lawrence. Shelby, originally from McKinney, Texas, joined the Jayhawks as a transfer from Rice and previously spent time at Vanderbilt. His decision marks his third move in a college career that has spanned the SEC, American, and now Big 12 footprints. Shelby redshirted for Kansas during the 2024-25 season behind a deep backcourt roster in Lawrence. In the previous season, the Texas native posted 3.9 points, one rebound, and 0.8 assists per game at Rice. Despite his shooting touch and flashes of perimeter defense, Shelby was not ready to see the court on Bill Self‘s squad. With Kansas reloading and minutes at a premium, Shelby’s move opens up both a scholarship and a spot in the pecking order. Bill Self has emphasized competition in every position group this offseason, and the departure reflects the program’s ongoing effort to strike a balance between experience and development. It also signals that Shelby is searchi
