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Can Kansas State Wildcats Tame the TCU Horned Frogs at Bramlage Coliseum?

As the Kansas State Wildcats prepare to host the TCU Horned Frogs at Bramlage Coliseum, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trends. The Wildcats have shown a mixed bag of results in their past games, but there's reason for optimism as they return to their home court.


Jan 14, 2023; Fort Worth, Texas, USA;  TCU Horned Frogs guard Mike Miles Jr. (1) dribbles as Kansas State Wildcats guard Markquis Nowell (1) defends during the first half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

In a recent matchup against Wichita State Shockers, the Wildcats secured a victory with 69 points over the Shockers' 60. Their offense was efficient from the free-throw line with a 79 percent success rate and they managed to out-rebound their opponents by four. Additionally, they capitalized on turnovers scoring ten points off them and showed defensive prowess with nine steals equaling that of Wichita State.


However, in another game at Bramlage Coliseum against Nebraska Cornhuskers, KSU struggled offensively scoring only 46 points while shooting just 27 percent from the field and an abysmal 13 percent from beyond the arc. Despite this poor shooting performance, they exhibited strong defense with nine blocks and limited turnovers to twelve.


Jan 14, 2023; Fort Worth, Texas, USA;  Kansas State Wildcats center Abayomi Iyiola (23) shoots over TCU Horned Frogs center Eddie Lampkin Jr. (4) during the second half at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

The last away game against LSU Tigers showcased KSU's ability to bounce back as they put up an impressive 75 points while maintaining a solid field goal percentage of 47 percent. They also demonstrated balanced playmaking with fifteen assists and kept turnovers under control despite playing in a challenging away environment.


As we look ahead to facing TCU Horned Frogs, it's clear that maintaining offensive efficiency while capitalizing on defensive opportunities will be key for Kansas State. Playing at home should give them an added boost; Bramlage Coliseum has been known for its vibrant atmosphere which can certainly influence game dynamics favorably for KSU.


Jan 14, 2023; Fort Worth, Texas, USA;  TCU Horned Frogs forward Emanuel Miller (2) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch all the action on February 17th at 5:00 PM local time on ESPN Networks as Kansas State looks to leverage home-court advantage in Manhattan and add another win to their season record.

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