Kansas Jayhawks Dominate Kansas State Wildcats 104-85
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Allen Fieldhouse
Kansas Jayhawks 104, Kansas State Wildcats 85, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Kansas State Wildcats vs Kansas Jayhawks?
Kansas Jayhawks beat Kansas State Wildcats 104-85 at Allen Fieldhouse on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas State Wildcats vs Kansas Jayhawks?
Kansas Jayhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2400 (about 96% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding display, the Kansas Jayhawks triumphed over the Kansas State Wildcats with a final score of 104-85 at Allen Fieldhouse. This victory not only showcased Kansas' offensive prowess but also highlighted their dominance in the rivalry, improving their head-to-head record against Kansas State to 3-1 over the past four meetings.
The Jayhawks entered the game with a home record of 22-9, having recently struggled with a two-game losing streak, but they managed to break that trend decisively. In their last ten games, Kansas had a record of 6-4, averaging 70.2 points scored per game while allowing 71.7 points. Their recent form included a significant win against Houston Cougars, which they won 69-56 at home, but they had also faced tough losses against Arizona State Sun Devils and Arizona Wildcats.
In contrast, the Kansas State Wildcats came into the game with a much tougher season, holding a record of 12-19. Their recent form was marked by a 2-8 record over their last ten games, although they had snapped a five-game losing streak with a narrow victory against West Virginia Mountaineers just days before this matchup. Kansas State averaged 68.8 points scored while allowing a staggering 80.0 points per game, reflecting their struggles on both ends of the court.
When analyzing their performance at home versus away, Kansas had a solid home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Kansas State struggled significantly on the road, posting an 0-5 record in their last five away games. This disparity was evident in the game, as Kansas leveraged their home-court advantage effectively.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams indicated that they were fielding their regular lineups. The absence of key players can often sway the dynamics of such matchups, but both teams seemed to have their primary contributors available for this contest.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Kansas as heavy favorites with a spread of -17.5 and a money line of -2400, while Kansas State was listed at +1200. The total for the game was set at 157.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring affair, which ultimately proved accurate given the final score.
Conditions in Allen Fieldhouse were typical for a late-season college basketball game, with a charged atmosphere contributing to the home team's performance. Fans witnessed a high-paced game with numerous scoring plays, including multiple three-pointers from Andrej Kostic, who was instrumental in maintaining Kansas' lead throughout the match.
As the game progressed, Kansas established a significant lead, with a notable highlight being Khamari McGriff's dunk and Kostic's step-back three-pointers that kept the Wildcats at bay. Kansas State attempted to mount a comeback in the second half, but their efforts fell short against a well-coordinated Kansas offense.
Overall, this game served as a testament to Kansas' strength at home and their ability to bounce back from recent struggles, while Kansas State continues to face challenges as they navigate a difficult season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KU -17.5 | 157.5 o -105 / u -115 | Kansas State Wildcats +1200 · Kansas Jayhawks -2400 |
Leaders
- PointsDarryn Peterson27Kansas Jayhawks
- AssistsMelvin Council Jr.10Kansas Jayhawks
- ReboundsTre White11Kansas Jayhawks
- PointsNate Johnson21Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsNate Johnson3Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsNate Johnson7Kansas State Wildcats
Recent form
Kansas Jayhawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L270.2 scored · 71.7 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L60-70at Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 4
- L61-84at Arizona WildcatsFeb 28
- W69-56vs Houston CougarsFeb 24
- L68-84vs Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 21
- W81-69at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 19
- L56-74at Iowa State CyclonesFeb 14
- W82-78vs Arizona WildcatsFeb 10
- W71-59vs Utah UtesFeb 7
- W64-61at Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 3
- W90-82vs BYU CougarsJan 31
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 2-8Streak W168.8 scored · 80 allowed per game0-5 away
- W65-63vs West Virginia MountaineersMar 4
- L68-77vs TCU Horned FrogsFeb 28
- L70-79at Colorado BuffaloesFeb 26
- L72-100at Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 21
- W90-74vs Baylor BearsFeb 18
- L64-78at Houston CougarsFeb 14
- L62-91vs Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 12
- L82-84at TCU Horned FrogsFeb 7
- L61-95vs Iowa State CyclonesFeb 1
- L54-59at West Virginia MountaineersJan 28
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 | Kansas Jayhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-67 | 42-71 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 8-22 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 42 |
| Free throws | 17-21 | 9-15 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 33 |
| Assists | 9 | 23 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 48 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 30 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 4 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-64Darryn Peterson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-66Darryn Peterson makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half51-66P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-66P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-68Melvin Council Jr. makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-70Flory Bidunga makes 1-foot dunk (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half52-71Darryn Peterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-72Darryn Peterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-72P.J. Haggerty makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half54-74Darryn Peterson makes driving layup (Flory Bidunga assists)
- 2nd Half54-75Darryn Peterson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-78Tre White makes 23-foot three point jumper (Darryn Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half55-78Khamari McGriff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-80Melvin Council Jr. makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half55-82Darryn Peterson makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-82Khamari McGriff makes layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half60-82Nate Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Taj Manning assists)
- 2nd Half60-85Jayden Dawson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tre White assists)
- 2nd Half60-88Elmarko Jackson makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-90Paul Mbiya makes 0-foot dunk (Darryn Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half62-90P.J. Haggerty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-90David Castillo makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half65-92Paul Mbiya makes 0-foot dunk (Elmarko Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half67-92P.J. Haggerty makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half67-94Darryn Peterson makes 1-foot dunk (Paul Mbiya assists)
- 2nd Half67-95Samis Calderon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-95Nate Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half70-97Elmarko Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-97Nate Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-97Nate Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-100Wilder Evers makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-100Khamari McGriff makes layup
- 2nd Half75-100Khamari McGriff makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half78-100Andrej Kostic makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half78-102Tre White makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half81-102Andrej Kostic makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half82-102Andrej Kostic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-102Andrej Kostic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-104Wilder Evers makes layup (Jayden Dawson assists)
- 2nd Half85-104Khamari McGriff makes 0-foot tip in dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas Jayhawks, below favours Kansas State Wildcats.
Venue
- Allen FieldhouseLawrence, KS
- Attendance15300
- OfficialsTony Padilla, Chris Merlo, Chris Pacsi
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