Kansas' quest for a 15th consecutive Big 12 title took another hit on Thursday night.
Kansas senior guard Lagerald Vick is taking a leave of absence from the team, effective immediately, the school announced.
"Lagerald has some personal matters that require his immediate attention and he will be taking a leave of absence from our team," coach Bill Self said. "During this time, we will respect Lagerald's privacy. There is no timetable for his return."
The player's mother, La La Vick, told the Kansas City Star that she wanted him home in Memphis, Tennessee.