Kansas State plays Marquette
Marquette visits Kansas State in a non-conference matchupDECEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
KANSAS STATE WILDCATS 5-2 · 11TH IN BIG 12
5-2 · 11TH IN BIG 12
Next Game vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff · Sun 7:00PM
Nijel Pack - Remains in concussion protocol Coach Bruce Weber indicated Tuesday that Pack remains in concussion protocol and "everything has to go right "for him to suit up against Marquette on Wednesday, Kellis Robinett of...
Impact It sounds as though Pack's status for Wednesday's contest is trending more doubtful than probable, but he hasn't been ruled out completely at this point. We should get a final word on his availability when the team takes the floor for pregame warmups, if not before then.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Luke Kasubke - Best outing of season Kasubke had eight points (3-5 FG, 2-2 3Pt) and one rebound in 16 minutes during Sunday's 65-59 victory over Wichita State.
Impact Kasubke's eight points were a new season high. He hot some more chances on the offensive end with Nijel Pack out with injury in this contest. Kasubke is still not much of a fantasy option and should hover around his 15.6 minutes per game for the remainder of the season.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mike McGuirl - Struggles shooting in win McGuirl notched 10 points (3-11 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes during Sunday's 65-59 victory over Wichita State.
Impact McGuirl did not have the most efficient outing despite Kansas State picking up the victory. It has been surprising to see the fifth-year senior struggle early in the season, averaging just 6.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 24.4 minutes per contest. Compare that against last season in which McGuirl averaged 11.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 34.2 minutes per contest. New additions like Mark Smith and Markquis Nowell appear to be limiting McGuirl's production a bit.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Markquis Nowell - Steps up in first start of season Nowell accumulated 16 points (4-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Sunday's 65-59 win over Wichita State.
Impact Nowell was huge for the Wildcats with Nijel Pack out with an undisclosed injury. He stepped up with a team-high 16 points and eight rebounds. The Arkansas Little Rock transfer is now averaging 12.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 2.0 steals, and 1.4 three-pointers per contest. Whether he features in the starting five or continues to come off the bench when Pack returns, Nowell should remain a featured part of the Wildcat rotation.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
How Markquis Nowell led Kansas State to victory over Wichita State without Nijel Pack “I think it maybe helped them, because it forced the little point guard to play a lot more minutes.”
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM
Nowell leads K-State past Wichita St in rivalry renewal
Markquis Nowell scored seven of his 16 points in the final 1:35 and Kansas State used a late surge to defeat Wichita State 65-59 in the renewal of an in-state rivalryDECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nijel Pack - Chance to play Wednesday Pack (concussion) has a chance to play Wednesday against Marquette, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.
Impact The sophomore guard missed his first game of the season on Sunday due to a concussion and has a chance to return to Kansas State's lineup for their contest on Wednesday. If Pack can't suit up, Markquis Nowell emerges as the lead candidate to draw the start in his absence once again
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kansas State vs Wichita State Prediction, Odds, Spread, Line & Over/Under for Dec. 5 College Basketball Game Kansas State vs Wichita State prediction, odds, spread, line & over/under for NCAA college basketball game.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Markquis Nowell - Draws first start of season Nowell will start Sunday's contest against Wichita State, Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle reports.
Impact Nijel Pack is out with an undisclosed injury, so Nowell will get his first start of the season. The 5-foot-8 junior is averaging 11.7 points, 3.0 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 2.2 steals across 21.5 minutes per game this season.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nijel Pack - Won't play Sunday Pack (undisclosed) won't play Sunday against Wichita State, Taylor Eldridge of The Wichita Eagle reports.
Impact Pack is averaging 15.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals across 27.8 minutes per game, so his absence will be a huge blow for Kansas State. In Pack's absence, Mike McGuirl will likely see increased playing time.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Pack, Kansas State visit Wichita State
Two sophomore guards will be on display as Nijel Pack and Kansas State will take on Tyson Etienne and Wichita StateDECEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
USC romps Kansas State to stay unbeaten South Carolina’s point guard by committee is a work in progress.
DECEMBER 4, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Staley vague on status of injured Gamecocks PG Henderson
South Carolina coach Dawn Staley isn't saying if injured point guard Destanni Henderson will play when the top-ranked Gamecocks face Kansas State on Friday nightDECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Markquis Nowell - Back to earth after two big games Nowell chipped in six points (2-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt), one rebound, two assists, one block and two steals in 21 minutes during Wednesday's 71-43 victory over Albany.
Impact Nowell was coming into this game with big momentum after scoring a combined 37 points in his last two appearances. Kansas State's defense shut Albany down, so there wasn't a big need for Nowell to score in this one. He has been a really great addition for the Wildcats off the bench this season and it will be intriguing to see how he performs in upcoming games against Wichita State and Marquette.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Selton Miguel - Double-double in return to lineup Miguel logged 12 points (4-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists in 25 minutes during Wednesday's 71-43 win over Albany.
Impact Miguel returned to the lineup after a one-game absence for an undisclosed reason. Miguel came off the bench in this one, but still was able to record a double-double in 25 minutes. The sophomore is averaging 8.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this season.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kaosi Ezeagu - Puts in eight in rout Ezeagu chipped in eight points (3-4 FG, 2-4 FT), three rebounds and one block over 16 minutes during Wednesday's 71-43 victory over Albany.
Impact Ezeagu has now started all six games this season, matching his total from last season. The redshirt junior is averaging 7.7 points and 4.5 rebounds per contest while shooting over 77 percent from the field. The Wildcats will take on Wichita State on Sunday next.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mark Smith - Second straight double-double Smith provided 14 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 21 minutes during Wednesday's 71-43 win over Albany.
Impact Smith has been a force on the boards out of a guard position. This was his second straight double-double. The Missouri transfer is now averaging 9.3 points and 7.5 rebounds per game this season. Smith will look to continue the streak on Sunday against Wichita State.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nijel Pack - Game-high 17 points in rout Pack totaled 17 points (6-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 71-43 win over Albany.
Impact Pack has now scored at least 14 points in all six games this season. He singlehandedly has Kansas State looking like a team that could surprise people in the Big 12. Pack is putting up 15.8 points, 3.0 three-pointers, 2.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.3 steals per game this season. Kansas State is set to do battle with in-state rival Wichita State on Sunday.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
K-State blows it open with 71-43 win over Albany
Nijel Pack scored 17 points and Mark Smith scored 14 with 10 rebounds and Kansas State opened it up in the second half and beat Albany 71-43DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Three key takeaways from Kansas State's dominating men's basketball victory over Albany Mark Smith had his best game yet for the Wildcats.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM
Davion Bradford - Returns to action Wednesday Bradford (undisclosed) posted four points (2-3 FG) and six rebounds during Wednesday's win over Albany.
Impact Bradford didn't play in the team's last contest against North Dakota on Saturday, but he ultimately returned to action Wednesday. Bradford grabbed a new season high in rebounds while posting at least four points for a second time.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Selton Miguel - Slated to play Wednesday Miguel (undisclosed) is set to be available for Wednesday's game against Albany, Derek Young of Rivals.com reports.
Impact Miguel was unable to give it a go Sunday versus North Dakota but appears to be back in decent shape for Wednesday's clash. Given the short absence, Miguel seems likely to handle his usual workload and will aim to build off the 10.7 points and 6.3 boards he averaged through the first three games.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kansas State plays host to Albany
Albany and Kansas State both look to put winning streaks togetherNOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Davion Bradford - Managing injury Bradford did not take the court in Sunday's 84-42 victory over North Dakota due to what Kellis Robinett of the Wichita Eagle described as "injury precautions."
Impact With the Kansas State post depth taking a temporary hit, Kaosi Ezeaugu got his regular start at center, though Ismael Massoud saw minutes at the five in a smaller lineup, and freshman Logan Landers contributed off the bench. Few details have emerged regarding what is afflicting Bradford, so consider him questionable when the Wildcats host Albany on Wednesday.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
