West Virginia Tops Kansas State in Close Contest
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Hope Coliseum
West Virginia Mountaineers 59, Kansas State Wildcats 54, 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 West Virginia Mountaineers?
West Virginia Mountaineers beat Kansas State Wildcats 59-54 at Hope Coliseum on January 27, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas State Wildcats vs West Virginia Mountaineers?
West Virginia Mountaineers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the West Virginia Mountaineers emerged victorious against the Kansas State Wildcats with a final score of 59-54. This game was significant as it marked the first win for West Virginia against Kansas State this season, having lost their previous encounter on January 25, 2025, with a score of 60-73.
West Virginia entered the game with a home record of 14-7, while Kansas State held a record of 10-11 overall. The Mountaineers had a recent form of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against the Arizona Wildcats just days prior, where they suffered a heavy defeat, 53-88. Despite this setback, West Virginia had shown resilience at home, boasting a strong home record of 5-0 in their last five home games. Their scoring average at home stood at 71.9 points per game, while they allowed an average of 70.2 points.
On the other hand, Kansas State had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, and they were also coming off a loss against the Kansas Jayhawks, where they fell 62-86. Their recent performances have been marked by high-scoring games, averaging 81.5 points scored but also conceding an average of 83.8 points. This trend of high-scoring games has been a hallmark of their season, but it has not translated into consistent wins, particularly on the road where they had a record of 1-3.
The matchup took place at Hope Coliseum, and the conditions were set for an exciting game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had West Virginia favored by 7.5 points with a total set at 146.5. The odds reflected a belief in West Virginia's ability to secure a win at home, although the close final score indicated that Kansas State put up a strong fight.
In terms of scoring plays, the game was characterized by a series of crucial baskets in the second half. With the score at 49-51, Honor Huff made a pivotal 26-foot three-point jumper, pushing West Virginia's lead to 54-49. Kansas State's P.J. Haggerty responded with a 25-foot jumper to narrow the gap to 52-54, but West Virginia's Treysen Eaglestaff extended the lead again with a tip-in layup and a subsequent free throw, bringing the score to 57-52. In the closing moments, Kansas State struggled to find the basket, and West Virginia sealed the game with free throws from Honor Huff.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both sides to field their key players. The game highlighted the defensive capabilities of West Virginia, as they managed to limit Kansas State's scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half.
Overall, the match was a testament to West Virginia's home advantage and their ability to grind out a win despite recent struggles. As they look to build on this victory, the Mountaineers will aim to improve their scoring efficiency and defensive consistency moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WVU -7.5 | 146.5 o -105 / u -115 | Kansas State Wildcats +280 · West Virginia Mountaineers -355 |
Leaders
- PointsHonor Huff17West Virginia Mountaineers
- AssistsHonor Huff5West Virginia Mountaineers
- ReboundsTreysen Eaglestaff9West Virginia Mountaineers
- PointsP.J. Haggerty16Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsNate Johnson4Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsTaj Manning9Kansas State Wildcats
Recent form
West Virginia Mountaineers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L171.9 scored · 70.2 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L53-88at Arizona WildcatsJan 24
- W75-63at Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 22
- W72-61vs Colorado BuffaloesJan 17
- L48-77at Houston CougarsJan 14
- W86-75vs Kansas JayhawksJan 10
- W62-60vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 7
- L59-80at Iowa State CyclonesJan 3
- W86-51vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 23
- L88-89at Ohio State BuckeyesDec 14
- W90-58vs Little Rock TrojansDec 10
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 4-6Streak L181.5 scored · 83.8 allowed per game1-3 away
- L62-86vs Kansas JayhawksJan 25
- 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
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 | West Virginia Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-56 | 23-55 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 8-25 | 7-24 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 29 |
| Free throws | 4-4 | 6-9 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 28 |
| Assists | 9 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 51 | 44 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half16-18Harlan Obioha makes layup (Honor Huff assists)
- 1st Half18-18David Castillo makes layup
- 1st Half18-21Honor Huff makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 1st Half18-23Chance Moore makes 3-foot dunk
- 1st Half18-26Honor Huff makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 1st Half18-28Treysen Eaglestaff makes layup (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 1st Half20-28Nate Johnson makes driving layup
- 1st Half22-28David Castillo makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half22-30Brenen Lorient makes 12-foot jumper (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 2nd Half24-30P.J. Haggerty makes layup
- 2nd Half24-32Treysen Eaglestaff makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half24-34Brenen Lorient makes layup (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half26-34Taj Manning makes layup
- 2nd Half26-36Brenen Lorient makes layup (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 2nd Half29-36P.J. Haggerty makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andrej Kostic assists)
- 2nd Half32-36Nate Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (P.J. Haggerty assists)
- 2nd Half33-36David Castillo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-36David Castillo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-38Chance Moore makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half36-38David Castillo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-40Brenen Lorient makes 11-foot jumper (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half39-40Andrej Kostic makes 23-foot three point jumper (P.J. Haggerty assists)
- 2nd Half39-43Amir Jenkins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brenen Lorient assists)
- 2nd Half41-43P.J. Haggerty makes layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half41-45Brenen Lorient makes layup
- 2nd Half43-45David Castillo makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-45P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-45P.J. Haggerty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-45Nate Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half49-45P.J. Haggerty makes layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half49-47Treysen Eaglestaff makes layup
- 2nd Half49-50Treysen Eaglestaff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brenen Lorient assists)
- 2nd Half49-51Chance Moore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54Honor Huff makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-54P.J. Haggerty makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-56Treysen Eaglestaff makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-57Treysen Eaglestaff makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-57P.J. Haggerty makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-58Honor Huff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-59Honor Huff makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours West Virginia Mountaineers, below favours Kansas State Wildcats.
Venue
- Hope ColiseumMorgantown, WV
- Attendance10809
- OfficialsBret Smith, Tony Padilla, Chance Moore
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