KU’s Bill Self focusing on early commitments for Class of 2017

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Silenced by NCAA rules, Kansas coach Bill Self cannot comment on the oral commitment of Marcus Garrett until the 6-foot-5 Dallas Skyline High School senior combo guard signs his national basketball letter-of-intent on Nov. 9.

Self can, however, discuss the significance of the Aug. 1 pledge by Garrett, rated No. 44 at guard in the Class of 2017 by Rivals.com.

“You’ve got one commitment, which is a nice start, but certainly there’s a lot more to be done. Our thought is to sign six — five or six,” Self said in an interview with The Kansas City Star.

“It would be nice to get most of our work done in November, though, as opposed to being a team that has had great success signing kids late.…