APRIL 3, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM
Former Kansas State guard Mark Smith is MVP of college all-star game at men's Final Four Former Kansas State and Missouri guard Mark Smith ended his college basketball career in style ahead of the men’s Final Four in New Orleans.
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Strong showing despite loss Smith contributed 22 points (9-17 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), nine rebounds and three assists in 39 minutes during Saturday's 78-71 loss to Oklahoma.
Impact Smith has been one of the better players in the Big 12 over the last month and a half of the season. In the last 11 contests, Smith was putting up 15.9 points and 9.5 rebounds per contest. Kansas State has had to deal with a lot of injuries/COVID issues this season, but they will try to right everything in the Big 12 Tournament which starts on Wednesday against West Virginia.
MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
11 points in loss to TTU Smith closed with 11 points (2-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one steal in 38 minutes during Monday's 73-68 loss to Texas Tech.
Impact This certainly wasn't Smith's best game, but it was still a decent effort to try to help Kansas State to a road win. Smith continues to pace the Big 12 in rebounding at 8.5 per game. The Wildcats will close out the regular season against Oklahoma on Saturday.
MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
No. 12 Texas Tech undefeated at home with win over K-State
Davion Warren had 23 points and made the go-ahead basket with 1:05 left as 12th-ranked Texas Tech finished undefeated at home with a 73-68 win over Kansas StateMARCH 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sixth double-double of season Smith produced 17 points (3-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 10-11 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists over 35 minutes during Monday's 78-73 victory over West Virginia.
Impact Smith notched his sixth double-double of the season, as he continues to flash impressive rebounding ability despite his 6-4 frame. Smith's consistency has been impressive over the last few weeks, averaging 17.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.2 three-pointers over the last six games. Oklahoma State will be next up on Saturday.
FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
17 points in losing effort Smith racked up 17 points (7-13 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and one assist across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 75-60 loss to Baylor.
Impact Smith and Nijel Pack combined for an incredible 48 of the team's 60 points in the lost to the Bears. The Missouri transfer has been rolling over the last four games, putting up 18.0 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 1.3 three-pointers. Smith will look to keep things going on Saturday against Iowa State.
FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Notches another double-double Smith notched 16 points (5-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist in 33 minutes during Saturday's 75-63 victory over TCU.
Impact Smith notched his sixth double-double of the season in a win over the Horned Frogs. He has been a big impact transfer for the Wildcats that is now averaging 11.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.2 steals, and 1.1 three-pointers per contest. Kansas State will face off with Baylor on Wednesday.
FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Huge double-double on Saturday Smith closed Saturday's 67-56 loss to Ole Miss with 20 points (6-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 16 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 35 minutes.
Impact Smith had probably his second best line of the season behind a 25-point, 16-rebound effort on Jan. 1 against Oklahoma. Smith stands at just 6-4, but has proved to be a really strong rebounder and shown the ability to play a lot of power forward. Smith is now putting up 11.0 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.3 steals, and 1.2 three-pointers per contest this season.
JANUARY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Goes off for 22 points in big road win Smith produced 22 points (9-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 66-65 victory over Texas.
Impact Smith took over on the offensive end for the Wildcats to help them notch their second straight big win after starting 0-4 in the Big 12. Over the last six games, Smith is now putting up 14.8 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.7 three-pointers, and 1.5 steals per contest. The veteran will look to keep things going at home on Saturday against Kansas.
JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
K-State guard Mark Smith gets revenge on Longhorns with victory celebration at Texas Mark Smith had an entertaining celebration prepared for Kansas State’s victory at Texas.
JANUARY 19, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM
Posts strong line in loss Smith provided 14 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists and three steals in 37 minutes during Saturday's 71-68 loss to West Virginia.
Impact Smith has been a force for the Wildcats this season after coming over from Missouri. Over the last seven games he is putting up 12.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 three-pointers, and 1.6 steals per contest. He will hope to continue that play against TCU on Wednesday.
JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Outstanding rebounding day Smith registered 25 points (7-13 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 16 rebounds, five assists and one steal over 39 minutes during Saturday's 71-69 loss to Oklahoma.
Impact Smith has always been a capable rebounder, but it's not every day you see a 6-4 player pulling in an average of 8.6 boards per contest from the backcourt. That's been the case for the Missouri transfer, who already has five double-digit rebounding performances on the year. He showed Saturday that when the shots are falling, a stellar fantasy day is the result. He did get some help by the fact the Sooners were missing some frontcourt players due to COVID protocol, but it was still a noteworthy effort to play one of the conference's top teams to just a two-point loss on the road.
JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
10 rebounds in victory Smith notched seven points (2-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and three steals across 29 minutes during Tuesday's 74-59 victory over McNeese State.
Impact Smith has now logged four games this season with at least 10 rebounds. Despite being just 6-4, Smith has become the best rebounder on the team. The Missouri transfer is now averaging 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per contest this season.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Third double-double of season Smith supplied 14 points (5-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals across 28 minutes during Sunday's 82-64 victory over Green Bay.
Impact Smith is putting up 11.8 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.2 three-pointers over his last five games. Nijel Pack is now back in the fold after recovering from injury, but Smith should be locked into a starting spot going forward. Nebraska will be up next on Sunday.
DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Leads way for KSU with 17 points Smith finished Wednesday's 64-63 loss to Marquette with 17 points (6-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-7 FT), eight rebounds and three assists across 33 minutes.
Impact Smith's 17 points in this narrow defeat marked a season high. He has been asked to do more with Nijel Pack dealing with an injury. Smith is now averaging 9.5 points and 7.5 rebounds in 26.9 minutes per contest going into Sunday's game against Wisconsin-Green Bay.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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
No. 14 Illini hold off K-State 72-64 in Hall of Fame Classic
Kofi Cockburn had 23 points and 13 rebounds, Alfonso Plummer hit seven 3-pointers and added 21 points, and No. 14 Illinois held off pesky Kansas State 72-64 in the consolation game...NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
K-State aims for big bounceback after 9 wins last season
Kansas State won 25 games and reached its third straight NCAA Tournament a few years ago, but graduations left the Wildcats rebuildingOCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Missouri rebuilds roster with transfers, talented freshmen
Missouri's top four scorers have left with Dru Smith and Jeremiah Tilmon graduating, Xavier Pinson transferring to LSU and Mark Smith heading across the border to Kansas StateOCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Former Mizzou guard Mark Smith heads to Kansas State Edwardsville native will play his final college season in the Big 12.
MARCH 30, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM
Missouri hangs on for 1st win at Florida, 72-70
Dru Smith scored the game-winner, banking a baseline drive reverse layup off the glass with 0.7 seconds on the clock and Missouri held on to defeat Florida 72-70 for the Tigers’ fi...MARCH 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shuler leads Ole Miss past No. 24 Missouri 60-53
Devontae Shuler scored 14 points and Mississippi swept the season series against Missouri, beating the 24th-ranked Tigers 60-53FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Ole Miss faces tough test vs No. 24 Mizzou
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