West Virginia and Kansas State Prepare for Big 12 Basketball Matchup

The Mountaineers, ranked No. 23, aim to rebound from recent struggles against the Wildcats, who are looking to end their six-game losing streak.

West Virginia Mountaineers (13-5, 5-3 Big 12) will face Kansas State Wildcats (7-11, 1-6 Big 12) in Manhattan, Kansas, on Saturday evening.
The Mountaineers, led by Big 12 scoring leader Javon Small with 19.5 points per game, are seeking to diversify their offensive strategy after a recent loss to Arizona State.
Kansas State has struggled recently, losing six straight games and nine of their last ten, but coach Jerome Tang remains optimistic about a potential turnaround.
Both teams are focusing on improving their defensive efforts; West Virginia averages 10.1 turnovers per game, while Kansas State aims to tighten its defense in late-game situations.
This game marks the first meeting between these teams in conference play this season, with Kansas State holding a slight edge as the home team.