The No. 3 Houston Cougars are back on their home court after an extensive road trip, ready to face a struggling Kansas State team this Saturday afternoon at the Fertitta Center.
Houston comes into this matchup flying high with five consecutive victories, having won 16 of their last 17 games, highlighted by a 66-52 triumph against Utah in Salt Lake City on Tuesday. A significant moment from that game saw redshirt senior guard Emanuel Sharp shatter Houston’s all-time 3-point career record, making eight threes and finishing the night with 27 points, bringing his total to 277 career 3-pointers—surpassing former standout Marcus Sasser.
With an impressive 22-2 overall record and a 10-1 mark in the Big 12, the Cougars are poised for continued success. In stark contrast, the Kansas State Wildcats are struggling at the bottom of the conference, holding a 10-14 overall record and just 1-10 in Big 12 play. They have faced a challenging season, losing 10 of their last 11 games, with their only recent win against Utah on January 20.
Led by junior guard PJ Haggerty, who averages 23.3 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, Kansas State is seeking to turn its fortunes around. However, the Wildcats have struggled on the road, with a 1-6 record away from home. Their most recent outing resulted in a hefty 91-62 defeat against Cincinnati.
Historically, the teams are evenly matched in their all-time series, tied at 5-5, but Houston has had the upper hand recently, with a 30-point win in their last encounter in January, where the Cougars defeated Kansas State 87-57. Houston is also 3-1 in home games against Kansas State, with their last home victory occurring in 2024, ending in a 74-52 win.
As the Houston Cougars gear up to defend their home court, fans can expect a spirited game. Live updates will be available throughout the match to keep everyone informed of the action.