Arizona State Edges Kansas State in Thrilling Contest
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Desert Financial Arena
Arizona State Sun Devils 87, Kansas State Wildcats 84, 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 State Wildcats vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Arizona State Sun Devils beat Kansas State Wildcats 87-84 at Desert Financial Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas State Wildcats vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Arizona State Sun Devils were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Arizona State Sun Devils triumphed over the Kansas State Wildcats with a final score of 87-84 at the Desert Financial Arena. This win marks a crucial moment for the Sun Devils, who have been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this victory. With this win, they improved their home record to 11-6, while the Wildcats fell to 9-8 overall.
Both teams entered the game with a mix of recent performances. Arizona State's last ten games resulted in a record of 5-5, but their current form had been concerning, with an average of 79.8 points scored and 89.2 points allowed over their last five games. In contrast, Kansas State had a record of 4-6 in their last ten outings, averaging 86.4 points scored and 84.2 points allowed in their last five games. This disparity in scoring averages suggested a potential for a high-scoring affair, and the game did not disappoint.
The odds from DraftKings favored Arizona State slightly, with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 169.5. The moneyline reflected a home win probability, listing Arizona State at -122.0 and Kansas State at 102.0. This close betting line indicated that the matchup was expected to be competitive, and it certainly lived up to that expectation.
Historically, the two teams have faced each other three times in recent seasons, with Arizona State holding a 1-2 record against Kansas State. Their last meeting took place on March 11, 2025, where Arizona State lost 66-71. The previous encounters had also been closely fought, with Arizona State winning 66-54 on February 23, 2025, and losing another close game 70-71 on February 5, 2025.
In terms of player availability, the block did not provide specific details on injuries affecting either team, but the overall performance of both squads suggested they were fielding competitive lineups. As the game unfolded, key moments included crucial free throws and a significant three-point jumper by P.J. Haggerty, who played a pivotal role in keeping Kansas State in contention until the final moments.
The game's conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with a vibrant atmosphere at the Desert Financial Arena, likely contributing to the intensity of the contest. Fans witnessed a back-and-forth battle, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times throughout the game.
As the final minutes approached, Arizona State managed to maintain their composure, executing critical plays that allowed them to edge out Kansas State. The scoring plays in the latter part of the second half were particularly notable, with free throws from Haggerty and Andrija Grbović keeping Kansas State within striking distance, but ultimately, Arizona State's defense held firm to secure the win.
Overall, this game showcased the resilience of Arizona State as they broke their losing streak and demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure, while Kansas State will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ASU -1.5 | 169.5 o -112 / u -108 | Kansas State Wildcats +102 · Arizona State Sun Devils -122 |
Leaders
- PointsMassamba Diop21Arizona State Sun Devils
- AssistsMaurice Odum4Arizona State Sun Devils
- ReboundsSantiago Trouet10Arizona State Sun Devils
- PointsP.J. Haggerty25Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsAbdi Bashir Jr.4Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsDorin Buca8Kansas State Wildcats
Recent form
Arizona State Sun Devils
Last 10: 5-5Streak L482 scored · 83.2 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L76-104at BYU CougarsJan 8
- L89-95vs Colorado BuffaloesJan 3
- L75-78vs Oregon State BeaversDec 21
- L77-90at UCLA BruinsDec 18
- W82-79at Santa Clara BroncosDec 14
- W73-48vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 10
- W86-70vs Oklahoma SoonersDec 7
- L75-88vs USC TrojansNov 26
- W100-94vs Washington State CougarsNov 26
- W87-86at Texas LonghornsNov 25
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 4-6Streak L282.7 scored · 80.2 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- L67-78vs Seton Hall PiratesDec 6
- L66-82vs Bowling Green FalconsDec 2
- L69-86at Indiana HoosiersNov 26
- L85-86at Nebraska CornhuskersNov 22
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 State Wildcats | Arizona State Sun Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-70 | 30-64 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 13-31 | 3-22 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 14 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 24-32 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 30 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 10 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 23 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 50 |
| Fouls | 27 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 40 | 41 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-52Anthony Johnson makes layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half54-52P.J. Haggerty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-52P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-54Maurice Odum makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half55-56Santiago Trouet makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-56Elias Rapieque makes 23-foot three point jumper (David Castillo assists)
- 2nd Half61-56David Castillo makes 24-foot three pointer (Abdi Bashir Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-58Massamba Diop makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-58Abdi Bashir Jr. makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-60Santiago Trouet makes layup
- 2nd Half64-62Massamba Diop makes layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half64-64Santiago Trouet makes layup
- 2nd Half64-65Massamba Diop makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-66Massamba Diop makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-67Allen Mukeba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-68Allen Mukeba makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-68P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-70Massamba Diop makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-72Maurice Odum makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half67-72Nate Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-74Anthony Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-76Massamba Diop makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Anthony Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half70-76P.J. Haggerty makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dorin Buca assists)
- 2nd Half70-78Massamba Diop makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-78Abdi Bashir Jr. makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half72-79Maurice Odum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-79Khamari McGriff makes layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half74-81Massamba Diop makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half75-81P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-82Massamba Diop makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Abdi Bashir Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-83Andrija Grbović makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-83P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-83P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-84Andrija Grbović makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-84Khamari McGriff makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half81-85Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-85P.J. Haggerty makes 34-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half84-86Maurice Odum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-87Maurice Odum makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Arizona State Sun Devils, below favours Kansas State Wildcats.
Venue
- Desert Financial ArenaTempe, AZ
- Attendance7133
- OfficialsMichael Greenstein, Brooks Wells, Tommy Johnson
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