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Wildcats Set to Pounce on Mountaineers in Morgantown Showdown

As the Kansas State Wildcats prepare to face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Wildcats have been on a tear recently, and their upcoming clash on January 9th promises to be a spectacle of skill and strategy.


Mar 17, 2023; Greensboro, NC, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard Markquis Nowell (1) reacts in the second half against the Montana State Bobcats at Greensboro Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at KSU's recent performance, it's clear that they've found a rhythm that could spell trouble for the Mountaineers. On January 6th, the Wildcats dominated UCF Knights with an impressive 77-52 victory. Their offense was firing on all cylinders, shooting 43 percent from the field and an outstanding 78 percent from the free-throw line. The team also showcased their defensive prowess with nine steals and six blocks.


The Wildcats' balanced attack was evident as they outrebounded UCF by four boards and dished out six more assists than their opponents. With such a comprehensive win under their belt, confidence is undoubtedly high within KSU's ranks.


In another recent game against Chicago State Cougars on January 3rd, Kansas State emerged victorious again with a score of 62-55. They excelled in points in paint (38) and fast break points (12), demonstrating their ability to capitalize inside as well as in transition.


However, it wasn't just about offense; KSU's defense held strong too. They limited Chicago State to just 37 percent shooting from the field while maintaining an assist-to-turnover ratio of over one – indicative of smart ball-handling and decision-making under pressure.


But perhaps most telling was Kansas State's performance against Wichita State Shockers back on December 22nd at T-Mobile Center – not even playing at home didn't faze them as they secured a hard-fought victory of 69-60. Their free throw accuracy shone through once again at an impressive rate of 79 percent while maintaining solid three-point shooting at one-third accuracy.


What does this mean for the upcoming game? If history is any indicator, WVU will need to bring their A-game if they hope to contain this surging Wildcat squad. With KSU showing no signs of slowing down offensively or defensively – boasting both scoring depth and resilience – fans can expect them to take control early and maintain pressure throughout.


The Mountaineers will have home-court advantage but facing such formidable opposition; it might not be enough unless they can disrupt KSU’s offensive flow or match them shot for shot - tasks easier said than done given recent performances by Kansas State.


Fans eager to see if Kansas State can continue its winning streak should mark their calendars for January 9th when these two teams collide at WVU Coliseum in Morgantown at precisely 6:00 PM CST. The action will be broadcasted live via ESPN+, ensuring supporters won’t miss what promises to be another thrilling chapter in college basketball this season.

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