TCU Horned Frogs Defeat Kansas State Wildcats 77-68
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Bramlage Coliseum
TCU Horned Frogs 77, Kansas State Wildcats 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won TCU Horned Frogs vs Kansas State Wildcats?
TCU Horned Frogs beat Kansas State Wildcats 77-68 at Bramlage Coliseum on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in TCU Horned Frogs vs Kansas State Wildcats?
TCU Horned Frogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the TCU Horned Frogs secured a 77-68 victory over the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum. This win marks TCU's third consecutive victory and extends Kansas State's struggles, as they have now lost their last three games. The Horned Frogs, with an away record of 19-10, have shown resilience and form, especially in their recent outings.
TCU entered the game with a strong recent performance, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 75.8 points while allowing 76.4. Their last five games have seen them win four, with an average score of 75.6 points and an average allowed of 72.2. In contrast, Kansas State's recent form has been less favorable, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, averaging 69.8 points scored and 82.4 points allowed. This includes a streak of two losses, with their last five games yielding only one win and an average of 71.6 points scored against 84.4 allowed.
At home, Kansas State has struggled, holding a home record of 11-18, while TCU has performed well on the road, with a 2-2 away record in their last ten games. Historically, TCU has had the upper hand in their recent meetings, having defeated Kansas State in both previous encounters this season, including a narrow 84-82 win earlier this month.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the importance of player availability cannot be understated in such competitive matchups. The betting market reflected TCU's form, with DraftKings listing them as 3.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -162, while Kansas State was at +136. The total for the game was set at 159.5, with over odds at -115.0 and under odds at -105.0, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were typical for a late February evening, with both teams vying for crucial conference positioning. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess, particularly from TCU's Xavier Edmonds, who made significant contributions in the second half, including multiple layups and free throws that helped secure the victory.
As the game unfolded, TCU's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities became evident, particularly in the second half where they pulled away from Kansas State. Notable scoring plays included Edmonds making a series of layups and free throws that pushed TCU's lead to a comfortable margin. Despite Kansas State's efforts to close the gap, including a layup from Taj Manning, they were unable to overcome the deficit.
In summary, TCU's victory over Kansas State not only highlights their current form but also underscores Kansas State's ongoing challenges this season. The Horned Frogs will look to build on this momentum as they continue their campaign, while the Wildcats will need to regroup and address their defensive weaknesses moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TCU -3.5 | 159.5 o -115 / u -105 | TCU Horned Frogs -162 · Kansas State Wildcats +136 |
Leaders
- PointsP.J. Haggerty18Kansas State Wildcats
- AssistsNate Johnson9Kansas State Wildcats
- ReboundsTaj Manning10Kansas State Wildcats
- PointsXavier Edmonds15TCU Horned Frogs
- AssistsBrock Harding6TCU Horned Frogs
- ReboundsXavier Edmonds13TCU Horned Frogs
Recent form
Kansas State Wildcats
Last 10: 2-8Streak L269.8 scored · 82.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- 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
- L62-86vs Kansas JayhawksJan 25
- W81-78vs Utah UtesJan 21
TCU Horned Frogs
Last 10: 7-3Streak W275.8 scored · 76.4 allowed per game2-2 away
- W90-78vs Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 25
- W60-54vs West Virginia MountaineersFeb 21
- L71-82at UCF KnightsFeb 18
- W95-92at Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 14
- W62-55vs Iowa State CyclonesFeb 11
- W84-82vs Kansas State WildcatsFeb 7
- L61-87at Colorado BuffaloesFeb 1
- L70-79vs Houston CougarsJan 29
- W97-90at Baylor BearsJan 24
- W68-65vs Oklahoma State CowboysJan 21
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 | TCU Horned Frogs | Kansas State Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-63 | 28-56 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-27 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 35 |
| Free throws | 16-23 | 4-9 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 44 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 17 | 19 |
| Steals | 12 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 28 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 38 |
| Fouls | 12 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 76 | 14 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half39-36David Punch makes layup (Tanner Toolson assists)
- 1st Half39-38P.J. Haggerty makes driving layup
- 1st Half40-38Tanner Toolson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half41-38Tanner Toolson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-38Micah Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-38Micah Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-38David Punch makes layup (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half45-40P.J. Haggerty makes layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half45-42Khamari McGriff makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-42Liutauras Lelevicius makes layup (Jayden Pierre assists)
- 2nd Half47-45Nate Johnson makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half50-45Tanner Toolson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Pierre assists)
- 2nd Half52-45Liutauras Lelevicius makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-48Elias Rapieque makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half52-51Elias Rapieque makes 25-foot three point jumper (David Castillo assists)
- 2nd Half54-51Micah Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half54-53P.J. Haggerty makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-53Tanner Toolson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jayden Pierre assists)
- 2nd Half57-55Nate Johnson makes driving layup (Elias Rapieque assists)
- 2nd Half57-56Taj Manning makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-56David Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-56David Punch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-56David Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-56David Punch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Andrej Kostic makes 23-foot three point jumper (P.J. Haggerty assists)
- 2nd Half64-59Brock Harding makes 24-foot three point jumper (Xavier Edmonds assists)
- 2nd Half66-59Liutauras Lelevicius makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Nate Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper (P.J. Haggerty assists)
- 2nd Half67-62Xavier Edmonds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-64David Castillo makes driving layup (Nate Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half67-65David Castillo makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-65Xavier Edmonds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-65Xavier Edmonds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-65Xavier Edmonds makes layup (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half73-65Xavier Edmonds makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-65Brock Harding makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-65Tanner Toolson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-67Taj Manning makes layup (David Castillo assists)
- 2nd Half77-67Xavier Edmonds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-68David Castillo makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas State Wildcats, below favours TCU Horned Frogs.
Venue
- Bramlage ColiseumManhattan, KS
- Attendance8184
- OfficialsDeron White, Tyler Kumpf, Robert Felder
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