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Wildcats Set to Pounce on Mountaineers at Bramlage Coliseum

As the Kansas State Wildcats gear up for their next challenge, the West Virginia Mountaineers should be wary of the storm brewing in Manhattan. The Wildcats have shown a tenacity that could spell trouble for any opponent, and with their upcoming game at Bramlage Coliseum, they are poised to capitalize on home-court advantage.


Jan 9, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA;Kansas State Wildcats guard Tylor Perry (2) calls out a play during the first half against the West Virginia Mountaineers  at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

In recent outings, KSU has displayed a mixed bag of performances. On February 11 against BYU Cougars, despite a strong showing in points from paint and fast break points tallying 36 and 13 respectively, they fell short by six points. Their field goal percentage stood at 43 percent while their three-point attempts were converted only 26 percent of the time. However, it was their rebounding prowess that caught the eye – hauling down an impressive total of 42 rebounds.


The resilience of KSU was on full display when they faced off against Kansas Jayhawks on February 6. In an exhilarating overtime victory where both teams were neck-and-neck throughout regulation time resulting in fifteen times tied and twelve lead changes, KSU emerged victorious with a five-point margin. They maintained a solid field goal percentage at 41 percent while also improving their three-point shooting to a respectable 35 percent.


Jan 9, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard RaeQuan Battle (21) drives baseline and shoots against Kansas State Wildcats forward David N'Guessan (1) during the first half at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

However, it's not just about scoring; defense plays an equally crucial role in basketball success. Against Oklahoma State Cowboys earlier this month (February), KSU showcased defensive grit by blocking six shots and stealing the ball five times which contributed significantly to their overall performance despite narrowly losing by three points.


The Wildcats' ability to bounce back from adversity will be key against WVU who will undoubtedly come prepared for battle. With players stepping up in clutch moments and demonstrating that they can compete with ranked teams as well as dominate unranked ones shows promise for what is shaping up to be an electrifying match-up.


Jan 9, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Kansas State Wildcats guard Cam Carter (5) shoots a jumper during the second half against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

Fans should mark their calendars for February 26 at Bramlage Coliseum where tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM CT. The game promises high stakes as conference rivalries intensify towards March Madness. For those unable to attend in person, ESPNU will broadcast all the action live on channel number two hundred eight ensuring no one misses out on what could potentially be another classic showdown between these two formidable foes.

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