Kansas State Dominates Mississippi State in 98-77 Victory
Thursday, November 20, 2025, 9:30 PM ET · T-Mobile Center
Kansas State Wildcats 98, Mississippi State Bulldogs 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Mississippi State Bulldogs vs Kansas State Wildcats?
Kansas State Wildcats beat Mississippi State Bulldogs 98-77 at T-Mobile Center on November 20, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Kansas State Wildcats triumphed over the Mississippi State Bulldogs with a final score of 98-77 at the T-Mobile Center. This victory extends Kansas State's winning streak to five games, showcasing their strong form early in the season. The Wildcats now hold a home record of 6-1 and an overall record of 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 75.3 points scored per game while allowing 70.8. Their recent form has seen them score impressively, including notable wins against teams like the Tulsa Golden Hurricane and the California Golden Bears.
Mississippi State, on the other hand, has struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-5. They enter this game with a mixed overall record of 2-2, having averaged 82.0 points scored and 82.6 points allowed in their last ten games. Their most recent outing ended in a victory against the SE Louisiana Lions, but they have faced challenges against tougher opponents, including a significant loss to the Iowa State Cyclones.
The matchup was particularly interesting given the contrasting home and away records of both teams. Kansas State has proven to be formidable at home, while Mississippi State has yet to secure a win on the road this season. This game was also significant as it marked a meeting between two teams looking to establish their presence in the NCAAB landscape.
In terms of player contributions, Kansas State's offense was led by a balanced attack, with several players stepping up to score throughout the game. The scoring plays reflected a strong teamwork dynamic, with assists playing a crucial role in their offensive strategy. Notable moments included a three-point jumper by Andrej Kostic and a dunk by Stephen Osei, both of which highlighted Kansas State's offensive prowess.
The Bulldogs attempted to keep pace but struggled to contain the Wildcats' scoring, particularly in the second half. Despite some efforts to rally, including free throws from Amier Ali and a layup from Brandon Walker, Mississippi State could not close the gap. The game saw Kansas State pull ahead decisively, with their final scoring plays securing the victory.
In terms of market sentiment, Kansas State was heavily favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the win against Mississippi State. The conditions at the T-Mobile Center appeared to favor the Wildcats, as they capitalized on their home court advantage effectively.
Overall, this matchup showcased the Wildcats' offensive strength and ability to perform under pressure, while the Bulldogs will need to address their road struggles moving forward. As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on their performances, with Kansas State aiming to maintain their winning momentum and Mississippi State seeking to improve their consistency.
Leaders
- PointsP.J. Haggerty37Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsP.J. Haggerty8Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsP.J. Haggerty7Kansas State Wildcats
- PointsJosh Hubbard23Mississippi State Bulldogs
- AssistsJa'Borri McGhee4Mississippi State Bulldogs
- ReboundsAchor Achor9Mississippi State Bulldogs
Recent form
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 7-3Streak W475.3 scored · 70.8 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W84-83vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneNov 18
- W99-96vs California Golden BearsNov 14
- W98-71vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 9
- W93-64vs UNC Greensboro SpartansNov 5
- L56-70at Baylor BearsMar 12
- W71-66vs Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 11
- L57-73vs Iowa State CyclonesMar 8
- W54-49at Cincinnati BearcatsMar 6
- W65-56vs Colorado BuffaloesMar 2
- L76-80at UCF KnightsFeb 27
Mississippi State Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak W182 scored · 82.6 allowed per game0-5 away
- W75-68vs SE Louisiana LionsNov 15
- L80-96at Iowa State CyclonesNov 11
- W86-62vs North Alabama LionsNov 6
- L73-85at Missouri TigersMar 13
- W91-62vs LSU TigersMar 12
- L92-93at Arkansas RazorbacksMar 8
- L82-87vs Texas LonghornsMar 5
- W81-69vs LSU TigersMar 1
- L73-111at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 26
- L87-93at Oklahoma SoonersFeb 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
| 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 | Mississippi State Bulldogs | Kansas State Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-60 | 37-73 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 7-25 | 14-30 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 47 |
| Free throws | 18-23 | 10-11 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 91 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 11 | 22 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 42 |
| Fouls | 14 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 23 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-60Josh Hubbard made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-62Nate Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-62Josh Hubbard made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-62Quincy Ballard made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half53-64P.J. Haggerty made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-64Jayden Epps made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-67Nate Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by P.J. Haggerty.
- 2nd Half58-67Quincy Ballard made Layup. Assisted by Josh Hubbard.
- 2nd Half58-68P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-69P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-69Josh Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-69Josh Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-69Josh Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-69Josh Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-71P.J. Haggerty made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-71Josh Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-71Josh Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-73P.J. Haggerty made Layup. Assisted by Elias Rapieque.
- 2nd Half64-75Khamari McGriff made Layup. Assisted by P.J. Haggerty.
- 2nd Half64-78Abdi Bashir Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by P.J. Haggerty.
- 2nd Half64-79David Castillo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-80David Castillo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-82Khamari McGriff made Dunk. Assisted by Nate Johnson.
- 2nd Half65-82Shawn Jones Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-82Shawn Jones Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-84Khamari McGriff made Layup. Assisted by Nate Johnson.
- 2nd Half66-86P.J. Haggerty made Jumper. Assisted by Khamari McGriff.
- 2nd Half68-86Brandon Walker made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-87P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-88P.J. Haggerty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-91Abdi Bashir Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by David Castillo.
- 2nd Half69-91Amier Ali made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-91Amier Ali made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-93Taj Manning made Layup. Assisted by David Castillo.
- 2nd Half72-93King Grace made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half73-93Amier Ali made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-95Stephen Osei made Dunk. Assisted by Elias Rapieque.
- 2nd Half75-95King Grace made Jumper. Assisted by Ja'Borri McGhee.
- 2nd Half75-98Andrej Kostic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Taj Manning.
- 2nd Half77-98Brandon Walker made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas State Wildcats, below favours Mississippi State Bulldogs.
Venue
- T-Mobile CenterKansas City, MO
- OfficialsTony Henderson, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal, Tommy Johnson
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