Texas Tech Defeats Kansas State 61-57

Kansas State's basketball team has been struggling, losing their fourth consecutive Big 12 game, this time at home to Texas Tech, 61-57. Despite holding a six-point lead in the second half, the Wildcats went scoreless in the final 5:50, missing eight shots and committing two turnovers. This loss marks their seventh in the last eight games, dropping their season record to 7-9. Brendan Hausen led Kansas State with 13 points, while Coleman Hawkins added 12, yet their efforts were not enough against Texas Tech's Darrion Williams and Elijah Hawkins, who combined for 30 points. Coach Jerome Tang emphasized the need for the team to embrace their 'Five to Grind' mantra, a strategy that has seen past success but is lacking this season. The Wildcats face tough upcoming games against No. 9 Kansas and No. 25 Baylor, making improvements essential to halt their losing streak.