Wichita State Edges South Florida in Overtime Thriller
Sunday, January 18, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Yuengling Center
Wichita State Shockers 86, South Florida Bulls 85, 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 Wichita State Shockers vs South Florida Bulls?
Wichita State Shockers beat South Florida Bulls 86-85 at Yuengling Center on January 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Wichita State Shockers vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -380 (about 79% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling overtime encounter, the Wichita State Shockers narrowly defeated the South Florida Bulls with a final score of 86-85. This match was held at the Yuengling Center on January 18, 2026, and showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each looking to improve their standings in the NCAAB league.
The Bulls entered the game with a home record of 11-7, bolstered by a recent strong performance, winning seven of their last ten games and currently riding a three-game winning streak. Their scoring average in these last ten games was an impressive 87.6 points, while they allowed 77.0 points per game. In their most recent outing, they secured a victory against the East Carolina Pirates with a score of 82-71. The Bulls' home record stood at 5-2, indicating a solid performance in front of their fans.
Conversely, the Shockers had an away record of 11-8 and were coming off a loss against the Florida Atlantic Owls, where they fell 67-85. Over their last ten games, they managed a record of 6-4, but their recent form showed a slight dip with a one-game losing streak. The Shockers averaged 78.3 points scored and allowed 72.1 points during this stretch, which reflects a more balanced but less explosive offense compared to their opponents.
Historically, the matchup has favored Wichita State, who had won two of the last three meetings against South Florida. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on March 13, 2025, where Wichita State won 73-68. The Bulls, however, had a victory against the Shockers earlier in the same season, winning 91-72 on January 7, 2025, which added an intriguing layer to this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their best players. The market had priced the game with South Florida as a 7.5-point favorite according to DraftKings, with a total set at 158.5. The moneyline odds reflected South Florida at -380.0 and Wichita State at 300.0, indicating a strong belief in the Bulls' ability to win, despite the close nature of the game.
The conditions in the Yuengling Center were conducive to a high-scoring affair, which was reflected in the total points scored. The game saw multiple lead changes and a tense atmosphere that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Key moments in overtime included clutch free throws by Karon Boyd and a crucial three-pointer from Dre Kindell that helped the Shockers secure their victory.
Viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination, particularly in the final moments of overtime, where both teams executed under pressure. The game highlighted the resilience of Wichita State, who managed to overcome a challenging home environment and secure a vital win as they continue their campaign in the NCAAB.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USF -7.5 | 158.5 o -115 / u -105 | Wichita State Shockers +300 · South Florida Bulls -380 |
Leaders
- PointsJoseph Pinion21South Florida Bulls
- AssistsCJ Brown8South Florida Bulls
- ReboundsIzaiyah Nelson9South Florida Bulls
- PointsKenyon Giles22Wichita State Shockers
- AssistsKenyon Giles2Wichita State Shockers
- ReboundsWill Berg15Wichita State Shockers
Recent form
South Florida Bulls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W387.6 scored · 77 allowed per game5-2 at home
- W82-71vs East Carolina PiratesJan 15
- W93-78at Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 10
- W74-70at North Texas Mean GreenJan 8
- L106-109vs UAB BlazersJan 4
- W111-50vs Georgia College BobcatsDec 29
- W94-69vs UMBC RetrieversDec 21
- L93-104at Alabama Crimson TideDec 18
- W81-75vs Charleston CougarsDec 11
- W74-61vs Utah State AggiesDec 5
- L68-83vs Colorado State RamsNov 28
Wichita State Shockers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.3 scored · 72.1 allowed per game2-2 away
- L67-85at Florida Atlantic OwlsJan 16
- W78-67vs North Texas Mean GreenJan 11
- L64-66vs Rice OwlsJan 8
- L100-104at Charlotte 49ersJan 3
- W75-70at UAB BlazersDec 31
- W88-57vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsDec 21
- W84-73vs Wofford TerriersDec 18
- L58-61vs DePaul Blue DemonsDec 13
- W74-69at Northern Iowa PanthersDec 7
- W95-69vs Mount Marty LancersDec 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Wichita State Shockers | South Florida Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-72 | 28-72 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 12-23 | 12-28 |
| Three-point % | 52 | 43 |
| Free throws | 14-23 | 17-22 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 49 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 26 |
| Assists | 10 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 10 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 23 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 43 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-60Devin Haid makes driving layup (Joseph Pinion assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Karon Boyd makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dre Kindell assists)
- 2nd Half54-60Dre Kindell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-60Dre Kindell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-63Joseph Pinion makes 22-foot three point jumper (CJ Brown assists)
- 2nd Half57-63Will Berg makes layup
- 2nd Half57-64Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Karon Boyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-64Karon Boyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66CJ Brown makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-66Dillon Battie makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half61-67Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-68Karon Boyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Karon Boyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-68Emmanuel Okorafor makes 3-foot jumper (TJ Williams assists)
- 2nd Half65-70Joseph Pinion makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-71CJ Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-71Michael Gray Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-72Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-73Karon Boyd makes layup
- 2nd Half72-73Kenyon Giles makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-73Michael Gray Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-73Dillon Battie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-74Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-75Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-75Michael Gray Jr. makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half77-76Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-77Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT77-78Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT77-79Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT78-79Karon Boyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT79-79Karon Boyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT79-80Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-80Dre Kindell makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- OT82-83CJ Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joseph Pinion assists)
- OT84-83Will Berg makes layup
- OT84-85CJ Brown makes driving layup
- OT86-85Kenyon Giles makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours South Florida Bulls, below favours Wichita State Shockers.
Venue
- Yuengling CenterTampa, FL
- Attendance4544
- OfficialsRon Groover, A.J. Desai, Owen Shortt
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