Kansas State Edges Arizona State in Big 12 Tournament Opener

Coleman Hawkins' season-high 26 points propel Kansas State past a short-handed Arizona State team to advance to the second round.

Kansas State defeated Arizona State 71-66 in the first round of the Big 12 Tournament, led by Coleman Hawkins' 26-point performance.
Arizona State played with just seven scholarship players due to injuries and dismissals, including the continued absence of star freshman Jayden Quaintance.
David N'Guessan, Kansas State's leading scorer, was limited by foul trouble but sealed the game with a crucial three-point play in the final minute.
Kansas State capitalized on turnovers, scoring 20 points off turnovers despite committing more turnovers than Arizona State.
The Wildcats advance to face No. 7 seed Baylor in the second round of the tournament on Wednesday night.