- Matchup: BYU Cougars vs. Kansas State Wildcats
- Event Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026
- Venue: Bramlage Coliseum, Manhattan, KS
- Broadcast: CBS
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The BYU Cougars (12-1) are making the trip to Bramlage Coliseum this Saturday, aiming to take down the Kansas State Wildcats (9-4).
In their latest game, the BYU Cougars triumphed over Eastern Washington with a stunning score of 109-81. The Cougars recorded 14 fouls compared to Eastern Washington’s 19 and nailed 10 of 32 three-point attempts. Eastern Washington shot 75.0% from the free throw line, converting 9 of 12 attempts. The Eagles secured 29 rebounds (9 offensive, 20 defensive) but failed to register any blocks. They also distributed 18 assists and secured 6 steals. defensively, BYU limited Eastern Washington to a 46.3% shooting rate from the floor on 31 of 67 attempts. The Cougars tallied 23 assists, forced 13 turnovers, and achieved 12 steals, while grabbing 39 rebounds, 12 on offense. From the free throw line, the Cougars converted 17 out of 20 attempts for an impressive 85.0%. BYU finished the game hitting 53.5% of their field goals (38 of 71) and sank 16 of their 42 attempts from beyond the arc.
AJ Dybantsa was a standout performer in this matchup. He shot an outstanding 84.6% from the field, contributing 10 assists, 10 rebounds, and a remarkable 33 points on 11 of 13 shooting over 36 minutes.
With a current win-loss record of 12-1, BYU averages 87.4 points per game (39th nationally) while boasting a shooting percentage of 50.2%. The Cougars connect on 36.8% of their three-point attempts (120 out of 326) and 75.6% of their free throws. As a team, BYU averages 39.3 rebounds per game with a total of 203 assists this season, ranking 160th in college basketball for assists. They have an average of 10.1 turnovers and commit approximately 13.7 fouls per game.
On the defensive side, the Cougars average 13.5 forced turnovers per game while also drawing 18.9 fouls. They rank 132nd in allowing assists with 170 given up this season. The Cougars defense permits a field goal percentage of 40.1% (320 of 798) and gives up 33.1 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 31.2% from beyond the arc, placing BYU 49th in points allowed per game (66.6).
In their latest contest, the Kansas State Wildcats claimed a victory over UL Monroe with a final score of 94-85. In terms of rebounding, Kansas State allowed UL Monroe to gather 27 rebounds total (7 offensive). The Wildcats finished this game shooting 38.9% from three, making 7 out of 18 attempts and achieving 24 out of 34 at the free throw line (70.6%). UL Monroe managed to shoot 49.1% from the floor, converting 27 of 55 attempts. Kansas State ended up with 33 from 70 from the field, constituting 47.1%. From three-point range, they sank 10 of 35 shots (28.6%). The Wildcats shot 75.0% from the line with 18 successful free throws on 24 attempts. UL Monroe committed 20 fouls, providing Kansas State with ample free throw opportunities. The Wildcats had 13 turnovers but also recorded 8 steals, compiling a total of 41 boards, including 15 offensive and 26 defensive rebounds.
PJ Haggerty was instrumental for the Wildcats in this game, contributing 24 points in 29 minutes alongside 3 assists. He shot 43.8%, making 7 of 16 attempts, and secured 8 rebounds.
Currently, Kansas State holds a 9-4 record this season. Offensively, the Wildcats convert on 49.4% of their field goals, placing them 41st nationally. Kansas State has accumulated 1,150 points (88.5 per game) and averages 38.0 rebounds per game. Their assist rate is 19.6 assists per game (13th nationally) while they turn the ball over 13.0 times weekly. The Wildcats average 19.2 personal fouls per game, shooting 71.6% from the free throw line.
Defensively, Kansas State ranks 285th in points allowed per game with 77.6. They force 13.3 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 43.4% from the field (182nd in D-1). The Kansas State defense permits 33.0% on three-point shots (107 of 324) and opponents convert 71.9% of their free throws. They relinquish 15.0 assists and 32.6 rebounds per game, ranking 284th and 86th nationally, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Take Kansas State
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