The Kansas Jayhawks (16-6) travel to face off against the Kansas State Wildcats (11-11) on Saturday, February 8th. This game will be played at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan and televised on ESPN. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Tip-off is set for 2:00 ET.

Kansas Jayhawks vs Kansas State Wildcats

The Jayhawks Are Coming Off A Win

Kansas Jayhawks Recent Game/Games

Kansas improved to 16-6 on the season with a 69-52 win over Iowa State on Monday. The Jayhawks, who were -3 favorites, covered the spread at home.

Kansas jumped out to a 35-19 lead in the first half and added 34 points in the second half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 121 fell well short of the 146.5 O/U line.

The Wildcats Are Coming Off A Win

Kansas State Wildcats Recent Game/Games

The Wildcats improved to 11-11 on the season with a 71-70 win over Arizona State on Tuesday. Kansas State, who entered the game as +3 underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.

Kansas State led 35-32 at halftime and scored 36 points in the 2nd half while allowing 38. The game’s total points of 141 narrowly exceeded the O/U line of 140.5.

Jayhawks Offense Breakdown

In their last game, the Jayhawks put up 69 points, shooting 47.3% from the field and 50% from beyond the arc, connecting on 9 of 18 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 54.5%, and they hit 72.7% of their free throws, going 8 for 11 from the line.

Zeke Mayo led the way with 17 points and 8 rebounds, hitting 5 of 6 threes. Hunter Dickinson added 14 points and 9 boards, shooting 58.3% from the field. Dajuan Harris Jr. contributed 12 points and 4 assists, making 4 of his 6 shots.

Wildcats Offense Breakdown

Kansas State put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 46.6% from the field and 38.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 26 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 55.2%, and they connected on 70% of their free throws, going 7 for 10.

David N’Guessan led the Wildcats with 22 points, shooting 8 of 11 from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds. Alston Mason added 20 points and 6 assists, while Max Jones and Basheer Jihad each hit 3 threes, with Jones also contributing 5 rebounds and 3 assists.

Jayhawks Team Defense

Despite Kansas allowing 52 points, they gave up a 47% shooting performance, with the opposing team hitting 26 of their 55 shots. Inside the arc, Kansas allowed 17 two-point baskets on 37 attempts, a 45% success rate.

From three-point range, the opposition connected on 9 of 18 attempts, shooting 50%. At the free-throw line, they went 8/11, hitting 72% of their foul shots. Kansas also allowed 10 offensive rebounds.

Wildcats Team Defense

Despite Kansas giving up 52 points, they allowed their opponent to shoot 47% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 55 attempts. From two-point range, the opposition went 17/37, hitting 45% of their shots.

The Jayhawks’ defense also saw their opponent shoot 50% from beyond the arc, as they connected on 9 of 18 three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, Kansas allowed 8 points on 11 attempts, a 72% shooting performance. The Jayhawks gave up 10 offensive rebounds in the game.

Jayhawks vs Wildcats Trends

• In their last three games away from home, the Jayhawks have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 67 points per game in these contests.
• Across their ten previous home games, Kansas State has an ATS mark of 5-5. Their straight up record in these matchups was 2-8 while averaging 69 points per game.
• Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Wildcats have a strong record vs the spread going 5-0. Their straight up mark in these contests is 2-3.
• As the betting favorite, the Jayhawks have an ATS record of 2-1 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 3-0.

Jayhawks vs Wildcats Prediction

As the underdogs with a spread of +4.5, we recommend going with the Wildcats on the point spread. We not only see them covering the spread but also have a strong likelihood of winning this one outright, especially if you’re seeking a higher payout on the moneyline.

As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 140.5, and our model projects the Jayhawks and Wildcats to reach a combined total of 145 points. Our bet is on taking the over.

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