On Sunday, March 1, 2026, the UTSA Convocation Center in San Antonio, Texas, will host a matchup between the Wichita State Shockers and the UTSA Roadrunners. The Shockers, boasting a record of 19-10, are coming off a thrilling victory against Memphis, where they triumphed 88-82. Although they faced challenges defensively, allowing Memphis to shoot 51.6% from the floor, Wichita State excelled at the free-throw line, making 26 of their 33 attempts for a conversion rate of 78.8%. Kenyon Giles led the Shockers with 22 points, despite struggling with efficiency, shooting 39.1% from the field.
The Shockers’ performance this season has been characterized by their ability to score heavily, averaging 77.7 points per game (ranked 143rd nationally) while shooting 44.4% from the field. They also rank 31st in the nation for forcing turnovers, which has been a crucial part of their strategy. However, they have struggled with their ball placement, averaging 10.3 turnovers per game.
In contrast, the UTSA Roadrunners (5-23) are looking to turn their fortunes around after narrowly losing 82-81 against East Carolina in their last game. The Roadrunners showcased an impressive shooting performance, with a field goal percentage of 57.4%, and managed to hit 45.5% of their three-point attempts. Jamir Simpson emerged as a key player for UTSA, scoring 22 points and dishing out 10 assists in a strong showing.
This season, UTSA has faced challenges, particularly on the defensive side, where they rank 336th in the nation in points allowed per game, yielding an average of 80.6 points. The Roadrunners are also struggling offensively, ranking 358th in field goal percentage at 40.2%, which further complicates their quest for success against the Shockers.
As both teams gear up for this encounter, Wichita State appears to hold the upper hand given their overall performance and recent form. Basketball enthusiasts will be keen to see whether the Roadrunners can pull off an upset or if the Shockers will continue their strong performance as they strive for a postseason spot.