NCAAB · Final

Wichita State Edges Wyoming in Close Contest

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Charles Koch Arena

Wichita State Shockers 74, Wyoming Cowboys 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Wyoming Cowboys vs Wichita State Shockers?

Wichita State Shockers beat Wyoming Cowboys 74-70 at Charles Koch Arena on March 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Wyoming Cowboys vs Wichita State Shockers?

Wichita State Shockers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Wichita State Shockers narrowly defeated the Wyoming Cowboys 74-70 at Charles Koch Arena. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Wichita State improving its season record to 24-11, while Wyoming's record fell to 18-16. The game was significant not only for its outcome but also for the implications it holds for both programs as they head into the postseason.

Wichita State entered the game with a recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against the South Florida Bulls just two days prior, where they fell 55-70. Their scoring average during this stretch was 77.1 points per game, while allowing 70.7. Their home record stood at 4-1 in their last five games, indicating a strong performance at home despite the recent setback.

On the other hand, Wyoming's form has been more inconsistent, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They too faced a loss in their most recent outing, losing 70-73 to the UNLV Rebels. Wyoming's scoring average during this stretch was 74.5 points per game, with a similar defensive average of 74.1 points allowed. Their away record in the last five games was 2-4, reflecting struggles on the road.

The matchup was particularly interesting given the teams' contrasting home and away performances. Wichita State has been formidable at home, while Wyoming has struggled to find success outside of their own venue. This dynamic added an extra layer of intrigue to the game, as both teams sought to assert themselves in front of a home crowd.

In terms of previous meetings, this game marked another chapter in the ongoing rivalry, although specific past results were not detailed in the provided facts. The historical context of their matchups often adds to the intensity of the game, with both teams eager to establish dominance.

Injuries were not highlighted in the facts provided, suggesting that both teams may have been at full strength for this crucial encounter. The absence of key players can often sway the outcome of tightly contested games, but in this instance, both squads appeared to field their best lineups.

The market had Wichita State as the favorites, with DraftKings providing a spread of -5.5 in favor of the Shockers. The total points over/under was set at 148.5, reflecting expectations of a competitive scoring affair. The moneyline indicated Wichita State at -245 and Wyoming at +200, further emphasizing the Shockers' status as the favored team.

Conditions during the game were conducive to a high-energy matchup, as the atmosphere in Charles Koch Arena was electric, with fans supporting their home team. Such environments often elevate the level of play and can influence the performance of players on both sides.

As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a series of critical plays that defined the outcome. In the second half, free throws became pivotal as both teams sought to capitalize on their opportunities. Notable moments included Dre Kindell and Michael Gray Jr. making crucial free throws for Wichita State, while Wyoming's Damarion Dennis and Nasir Meyer attempted to keep their team in contention with key baskets.

Ultimately, Wichita State's ability to maintain composure and execute in the closing moments secured their victory. The final score of 74-70 reflects the competitive nature of the game, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses.

This matchup not only served as a testament to the resilience of the Wichita State Shockers but also highlighted the challenges faced by the Wyoming Cowboys as they look to regroup and refocus for their next challenges.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	WICH -5.5	148.5 o -108 / u -112	Wyoming Cowboys +200 · Wichita State Shockers -245

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Leaders

PointsTJ Williams17Wichita State Shockers
AssistsMichael Gray Jr.5Wichita State Shockers
ReboundsTJ Williams14Wichita State Shockers
PointsDamarion Dennis17Wyoming Cowboys
AssistsLeland Walker6Wyoming Cowboys
ReboundsNasir Meyer7Wyoming Cowboys

Recent form

Wichita State Shockers

Last 10: 8-2Streak L177.1 scored · 70.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

L55-70at South Florida BullsMar 15
W81-68vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneMar 14
W88-70vs Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 7
W84-67at UTSA RoadrunnersMar 2
W88-82at Memphis TigersFeb 27
W69-57vs Temple OwlsFeb 21
W92-89at East Carolina PiratesFeb 19
W81-77vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 15
L58-66vs South Florida BullsFeb 12
W75-61at Tulane Green WaveFeb 8

Wyoming Cowboys

Last 10: 5-5Streak L174.5 scored · 74.1 allowed per game2-4 away

L70-73at UNLV RebelsMar 11
W88-78at San José State SpartansMar 7
W83-73vs Nevada Wolf PackMar 4
W66-62vs Air Force FalconsFeb 28
L62-72at Boise State BroncosFeb 25
W70-65at Grand Canyon LopesFeb 22
W92-82vs Fresno State BulldogsFeb 18
L68-79at Colorado State RamsFeb 14
L83-85vs Utah State AggiesFeb 8
L63-72at San Diego State AztecsFeb 4

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Utah State	29-7	-	15-5
San Diego State	22-11	1	14-6
New Mexico	26-11	2	13-7
Grand Canyon	20-12	2	13-7
Nevada	24-13	3	12-8
Boise State	20-12	3	12-8
Colorado State	21-13	4	11-9
UNLV	18-17	4	11-9
Wyoming	18-15	6	9-11
Fresno State	13-19	8	7-13
San José State	9-24	12	3-17
Air Force	3-29	15	0-20
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	Wyoming Cowboys	Wichita State Shockers
Field goals	25-65	28-65
Field goal %	38	43
Three-pointers	10-28	5-18
Three-point %	36	28
Free throws	10-20	13-23
Free throw %	50	57
Rebounds	34	55
Offensive rebounds	9	17
Defensive rebounds	25	38
Assists	18	11
Steals	11	4
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	10	15
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	1
Points off turnovers	20	8
Fast-break points	8	0
Points in the paint	30	44
Fouls	23	15
Largest lead	2	10
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	4	93

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-39Adam Harakow makes layup
2nd Half36-39Damarion Dennis makes layup (Khaden Bennett assists)
2nd Half36-41TJ Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half39-41Adam Harakow makes 26-foot three point jumper (Uriyah Rojas assists)
2nd Half39-43Dillon Battie makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half39-45Emmanuel Okorafor makes 4-foot jumper
2nd Half42-45Gavin Gores makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half42-47Kenyon Giles makes driving layup
2nd Half44-47Damarion Dennis makes layup (Gavin Gores assists)
2nd Half47-47Nasir Meyer makes 26-foot three point jumper (Leland Walker assists)
2nd Half47-49Kenyon Giles makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half50-49Nasir Meyer makes 27-foot three point jumper (Damarion Dennis assists)
2nd Half50-51Will Berg makes 2-foot jumper (Brian Amuneke assists)
2nd Half52-51Damarion Dennis makes driving layup
2nd Half52-53TJ Williams makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half52-54TJ Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half54-54Nasir Meyer makes driving layup
2nd Half54-56TJ Williams makes 3-foot dunk (Michael Gray Jr. assists)
2nd Half54-59Kenyon Giles makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half56-59Gavin Gores makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Damarion Dennis assists)
2nd Half56-61TJ Williams makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half58-61Leland Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-61Leland Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-62Emmanuel Okorafor makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-64TJ Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half60-64Damarion Dennis makes layup (Leland Walker assists)
2nd Half60-66Emmanuel Okorafor makes 1-foot dunk (TJ Williams assists)
2nd Half63-66Nasir Meyer makes 25-foot three point jumper (Leland Walker assists)
2nd Half63-68TJ Williams makes layup (Michael Gray Jr. assists)
2nd Half64-68Nasir Meyer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-68Nasir Meyer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-69Dre Kindell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-70Dre Kindell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-70Damarion Dennis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-70Damarion Dennis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-71Michael Gray Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-72Michael Gray Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-72Nasir Meyer makes 29-foot three point jumper (Damarion Dennis assists)
2nd Half70-73Dre Kindell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-74Dre Kindell makes free throw 2 of 2