Cincinnati Bearcats Dominate Kansas State
In an impressive showing on Wednesday night, the Cincinnati Bearcats dominated Kansas State with a commanding 91-62 victory in Manhattan, Kansas. Jizzle James emerged as a standout player, contributing 24 points while shooting exceptionally well from beyond the arc with six 3-pointers.
Key Performances
Baba Miller not only scored 16 points but also accomplished a remarkable double-double by grabbing 12 rebounds, while also showcasing his skills with six assists and four blocked shots. Miller’s performance this season has been noteworthy, as he now has 11 double-doubles and ranks among just three players in the nation averaging at least 13 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists per game.
Supporting James and Miller, Jalen Celestine added 18 points, including four successful shots from long range, as Cincinnati excelled from three-point territory, making 16 of their 28 attempts. Sencire Harris and Day Day Thomas contributed further by scoring 12 and 10 points, respectively, helping Cincinnati improve their record to 13-12 overall and 5-7 in Big 12 play.
Kansas State Struggles
On the other end, Kansas State’s P.J. Haggerty managed to score 24 points, bringing him closer to a career milestone of 2,000 points as he needs just seven more to join the ranks of active players with such achievement. His teammates are struggling, as the Wildcats have now dropped five consecutive games and currently hold a 10-14 record, with just a single win in conference play.
Game Highlights
Cincinnati surged early in the game, taking advantage of their shooting prowess to establish a significant lead of 30-11 within the first eight minutes. They maintained a strong performance through the first half, leading 53-31 at the break with a remarkable shooting percentage of 57% from the field. Their commanding lead reached as high as 32 points, bolstered by a 10-0 run early in the second half and capping it off with a 3-pointer from Jordi Rodriguez late in the game.
Looking Ahead
This victory marks a critical first win for Cincinnati on the road this season after previously struggling in true away games with an 0-6 record. As for their next matchup, Cincinnati will be heading home to face Utah on Sunday, while Kansas State prepares to hit the road to take on No. 3 Houston this Saturday.
