Tag: Big 12 Conference Tournament

Pivotal Run Lifts 7/8 Iowa State Past K-State, 76-57

KANSAS SPORTS Derek Nester -
Kansas State lost to No. 7/8 Iowa State at the Big 12 Championship, ending their run. Iowa State advanced to the semifinals. K-State fought back from a 9-point deficit but ultimately lost. Despite a strong effort from K-State, Iowa State's strong defense and scoring ability secured their win. K-State now awaits their postseason fate.

K-State Uses Big Second Half Effort to Defeat Texas, 78-74

KANSAS SPORTS Derek Nester -
K-State overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to beat 7-seed Texas 78-74 at the Phillips 66 Big 12 Championship. The Wildcats will face 2-seed Iowa State next. K-State's strong second-half performance included 49 points and solid defense against Texas. Perry, Kaluma, and Ames led the scoring with five Wildcats in double figures.

Kansas Falls To Cincinnati In Big 12 Tournament Second Round 72-52

KANSAS SPORTS Derek Nester -
In a game between Cincinnati and Kansas, Cincinnati won 72-52. Absent players hurt Kansas, giving Cincinnati the win. Dan Skillings Jr. scored 25 points, leading Cincinnati. John Newman III had 12, and Simas Lukosius added 10. This win is crucial for Cincinnati's NCAA chances. They will face No. 14 Baylor next. Kansas tried a comeback but couldn't overcome Cincinnati's lead.