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K-State held a 6-4 lead but lost 7-6 to No. 16 Nebraska in a walk-off victory. Nebraska's Jeter Worthley tied the game with an RBI triple, and Rhett Stokes delivered the winning hit. K-State gave up three early runs and struggled with key plays, ultimately falling short in their comeback effort.

In an intense matchup, California defeated K-State 83-75 in the second round of the Women’s Basketball Invitation Tournament. K-State's Taryn Sides led with 13 points, while Gina Garcia set a freshman record with 12 assists. California’s Sakima Walker scored 28 points, aiding in her team's victory and extending their season.

K-State clinched a narrow 69-65 victory against Georgia Tech in the first round of the 2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament. Junior forward Nastja Claessens led K-State with 15 points, while Talayah Walker scored 29 points for Georgia Tech. The Wildcats will face California or Santa Clara in the next round.

Kansas State women's basketball will compete in the 2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, facing Georgia Tech in the first round at Bramlage Coliseum. It's their 10th postseason appearance in 12 years. Tickets are available, and K-State players have shown strong individual performances this season. The winner advances to face California or Santa Clara.

The Phillips 66 Big 12 Men's Basketball Tournament is set for March 10-14 at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City. Arizona, the top seed, leads a competitive field with Houston, Kansas, and Texas Tech also earning double-byes. The tournament culminates in the finals, with an automatic NCAA Championship bid at stake.

Freshman Darryn Peterson led No. 14 Kansas Jayhawks to a 104-85 victory over Kansas State, scoring 27 points. Seniors Tre White and Melvin Council Jr. had standout performances, contributing 23 points and a near triple-double, respectively. The win improves Kansas to 22-9 and secures a double-bye in the Big 12 Tournament.

K-State overcame a 14-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat Texas Tech, 58-51, in the Big 12 Women's Basketball Tournament, marking the largest comeback since 2021. Four players scored in double figures, with Nastja Claessens leading with 14 points. K-State advances to face Oklahoma State in the quarterfinals.

The Horned Frogs used a 9-0 run to break open a tight contest. Via K-State Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. – A 9-0 run...

K-State faced a challenging game against Baylor, losing 80-54 in Waco, Texas, after an exhausting stretch of four games in eight days. Tess Heal and Jordan Speiser scored 12 points each, while Baylor's Taliah Scott led with 20 points. K-State struggles were evident with poor shooting and turnovers.

Kansas defeated Kansas State 75-68, securing a Dillons Sunflower Showdown sweep with contributions from four players scoring in double figures, led by S'Mya Nichols with 17 points. The victory improved Kansas's record to 17-11, marking their first season sweep of Kansas State since 2012-13, ending a six-game losing streak at Bramlage Coliseum.

K-State secured a decisive 93-67 victory over UCF, marked by a strong first quarter. Tess Heal led the Wildcats with 19 points, while Nastja Claessens, Jordan Speiser, and Gina Garcia contributed significantly. K-State's shooting was exceptional throughout, achieving their highest shooting percentage of the season. They next face Kansas on Saturday.

In a significant win, K-State defeated Baylor 90-74, with junior P.J. Haggerty and senior Nate Johnson scoring 34 and 33 points respectively, marking the first 30-point duo for the Wildcats since 2008. The victory ended a six-game losing streak and was interim coach Matthew Driscoll's debut win.