How to watch BYU Basketball vs. Kansas State in the Big 12 Tournament

BYU Cougars Face Kansas State Wildcats in Big 12 Tournament Opener

The BYU Cougars begin their postseason journey tonight, facing the Kansas State Wildcats in the first round of the Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Tournament in Kansas City. BYU enters the tournament as the 10th seed, whereas Kansas State is seeded 15th.

Cougars Riding Momentum into Tournament

BYU (21-10, 9-9 Big 12) concluded the regular season with a strong victory over Texas Tech, 82-76, snapping a three-game losing streak. This win provides a boost of momentum as they head into tournament play. The Cougars will be looking to build on this success and make a deep run in the Big 12 Tournament.

Wildcats Under Interim Leadership

Kansas State (12-19, 3-15 Big 12) is navigating a challenging season, having lost their final regular-season game to Kansas, 104-85. The Wildcats are currently under the direction of interim coach Matthew Driscoll, following the mid-season firing of Jerome Tang.

Previous Matchup Favored BYU

The Cougars and Wildcats have already met once this season, with BYU securing an 83-73 victory on January 3rd in Manhattan. This prior win gives BYU a psychological edge heading into tonight’s matchup.

Historical Series Record

This will be the 12th all-time meeting between BYU and Kansas State, with BYU leading the series 6-5. However, the neutral site record favors Kansas State, 2-1.

Tournament Outlook: Path to West Virginia

ESPN’s Matchup Predictor gives BYU an approximately 84% chance of winning tonight’s game. The winner will advance to face the seventh-seeded West Virginia Mountaineers on Wednesday at 5 p.m. MST, televised on ESPN2.

FAQ

When and where is the BYU vs. Kansas State game?

The game is on Tuesday, March 10th, at 6 p.m. CT in Kansas City, Missouri.

What is BYU’s record this season?

BYU is 21-10 overall and 9-9 in Big 12 play.

Who is the current coach of Kansas State?

Kansas State is currently coached by interim coach Matthew Driscoll.

Pro Tip

Keep an eye on BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa. He is a key player for the Cougars and has the potential to significantly impact the outcome of the game.

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