Overview
- Christian Coleman hit three free throws with 2.4 seconds left after Abdi Bashir Jr. fouled him on a 3-point attempt, sealing the one-point win for Oklahoma State.
- P.J. Haggerty briefly put Kansas State ahead with a 3 at 2:20 and a floater at 0:49, then missed a potential game-winner at the horn.
- The Wildcats failed to secure a defensive rebound in the final seconds, leading to a tie-up that set up Oklahoma State's decisive possession.
- The loss drops Kansas State to the Big 12 cellar at 0-5, its worst conference start since 1996-97, with Utah up next on Jan. 20.
- Oklahoma State moves forward after recent defensive concerns highlighted by coach Steve Lutz following a 94-79 loss to Baylor, as both teams cite turnovers and defense as fixes to make.