Kansas State Tops Mississippi Valley State 74-56

Kansas State overcame a sluggish first half to secure a 74-56 victory over Mississippi Valley State, improving their record to 3-1. Despite shooting only 36% from the field and struggling from three-point range (3-of-23), the Wildcats dominated in rebounding (45-28) and free throws (25-of-27). Junior Ugonna Onyenso led K-State with a career-high 16 points, supported by C.J. Jones and David N'Guessan, who contributed 12 and 10 points respectively. The game saw a close first half, ending with K-State leading by just two points before a strong second half where they outscored the Delta Devils 49-33. Mississippi Valley State, despite their previous losses, showed resilience but ultimately fell short in their efforts. K-State will next face George Washington in the U.S. Virgin Islands for the Paradise Jam.