Jayhawks Dominate Wildcats in Rivalry Matchup
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Bramlage Coliseum
Kansas Jayhawks 86, Kansas State Wildcats 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Kansas Jayhawks vs Kansas State Wildcats?
Kansas Jayhawks beat Kansas State Wildcats 86-62 at Bramlage Coliseum on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas Jayhawks vs Kansas State Wildcats?
Kansas Jayhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
The Kansas Jayhawks secured a commanding victory over the Kansas State Wildcats with a final score of 86-62 in a highly anticipated NCAAB matchup. This game, held at Bramlage Coliseum, showcased the Jayhawks' dominance, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Wildcats significantly.
With this win, the Jayhawks improved their record to 16-5, while the Wildcats fell to 10-11. The Jayhawks entered the game with a strong recent form, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games and a current winning streak of three. They averaged 81.3 points scored per game while allowing 70.7 points. In contrast, the Wildcats had a mixed record of 5-5 over their last ten games and were on a one-game winning streak, averaging 86.1 points scored but allowing a concerning 80.1 points.
The Jayhawks' performance was bolstered by a strong away record of 6-0, indicating their ability to perform well outside their home venue. The Wildcats, however, struggled with a home record of 4-2, which suggests they have had difficulty maintaining consistency at Bramlage Coliseum.
In their previous meetings during the 2025 season, the teams had split their encounters, with the Wildcats winning 81-73 at home and the Jayhawks claiming an 84-74 victory in their earlier matchup. This latest result further emphasizes the competitive nature of the rivalry, but the Jayhawks clearly asserted their superiority in this contest.
In terms of scoring, the game featured several notable plays from the Jayhawks, including multiple dunks and key assists that highlighted their offensive prowess. Flory Bidunga was particularly impactful, contributing significantly to the score with multiple points in the second half, including two dunks that helped extend the lead.
The betting market had favored the Jayhawks, with DraftKings listing them as 4.5-point favorites, reflecting confidence in their ability to win. The total points line was set at 158.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition.
As for the conditions during the game, the atmosphere in Bramlage Coliseum was charged, typical of a rivalry matchup, but the Jayhawks managed to control the pace and flow, effectively neutralizing the home-court advantage.
Overall, viewers were treated to a display of skill and strategy from the Jayhawks, who demonstrated why they are among the top teams in the league. The Wildcats will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they hope to improve as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KU -4.5 | 158.5 o -112 / u -108 | Kansas Jayhawks -205 · Kansas State Wildcats +170 |
Leaders
- PointsP.J. Haggerty23Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsP.J. Haggerty4Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsDorin Buca11Kansas State Wildcats
- PointsFlory Bidunga21Kansas Jayhawks
- AssistsMelvin Council Jr.12Kansas Jayhawks
- ReboundsFlory Bidunga10Kansas Jayhawks
Recent form
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak W186.1 scored · 80.1 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W81-78vs Utah UtesJan 21
- L83-84at Oklahoma State CowboysJan 18
- L73-82vs UCF KnightsJan 15
- L84-87at Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 10
- L76-101at Arizona WildcatsJan 8
- L73-83vs BYU CougarsJan 3
- W94-85vs UL Monroe WarhawksDec 28
- W106-76vs South Dakota CoyotesDec 20
- W83-76at Creighton BluejaysDec 13
- W108-49vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 9
Kansas Jayhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak W381.3 scored · 70.7 allowed per game2-2 away
- W75-69at Colorado BuffaloesJan 21
- W80-62vs Baylor BearsJan 17
- W84-63vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 14
- L75-86at West Virginia MountaineersJan 10
- W104-100vs TCU Horned FrogsJan 7
- L75-81at UCF KnightsJan 3
- W90-61vs Davidson WildcatsDec 23
- W73-49vs Towson TigersDec 17
- W77-76at NC State WolfpackDec 13
- W80-60vs Missouri TigersDec 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Kansas Jayhawks | Kansas State Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-58 | 21-61 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 10-29 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 34 |
| Free throws | 20-24 | 10-14 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 15 |
| Assists | 19 | 12 |
| Steals | 2 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 18 |
| Fouls | 13 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 89 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-39P.J. Haggerty makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-39Bryson Tiller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-39Bryson Tiller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-39Flory Bidunga makes driving layup (Jamari McDowell assists)
- 2nd Half48-39Tre White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-39Tre White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-41P.J. Haggerty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-44David Castillo makes 25-foot three point jumper (P.J. Haggerty assists)
- 2nd Half52-44Melvin Council Jr. makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half52-45P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-46P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-46Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-46Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-48David Castillo makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half54-50P.J. Haggerty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-50Tre White makes 9-foot jumper (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half59-50Elmarko Jackson makes 24-foot three pointer (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half59-51P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-52P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-55P.J. Haggerty makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-55Flory Bidunga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-55Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-55Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-55Flory Bidunga makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Tre White assists)
- 2nd Half66-55Melvin Council Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-55Melvin Council Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-56P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Flory Bidunga makes layup (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half71-56Flory Bidunga makes 1-foot dunk (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half71-58Nate Johnson makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half74-58Elmarko Jackson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half74-59P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-60P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60Flory Bidunga makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half78-60Elmarko Jackson makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Flory Bidunga assists)
- 2nd Half80-60Flory Bidunga makes 1-foot dunk (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half82-60Flory Bidunga makes 1-foot dunk (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half82-62Taj Manning makes layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half84-62Bryson Tiller makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half86-62Tre White makes 1-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas State Wildcats, below favours Kansas Jayhawks.
Venue
- Bramlage ColiseumManhattan, KS
- Attendance9111
- OfficialsKipp Kissinger, Brooks Wells, Tommy Johnson
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