The Kansas State Wildcats (17-12) will battle against the 14^th-ranked Kansas Jayhawks (21-8) for this upcoming Big 12 rivalry on Tuesday, March 5 at 9:00 PM ET at the Exactech Arena at the Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. The Jayhawks are favorites to win with a point spread at -10.5 (-125).

The Wildcats are 2-3 in their last five games, with a recent loss snapping their two-game win streak. Their latest defeat was a 74-72 ending result against the Cincinnati Bearcats, where they had an opportunity to win late but could not close it out in the last 10 seconds.

Tylor Perry leads them in both points and assists. He currently boasts 16.0 points, 91.4 percent success at the foul line, and drops 4.6 assists each game.

The Wildcats consistently score an average of 72.6 points per game with an impressive shooting accuracy of 43.5 percent, showcasing their offensive prowess. Furthermore, their ability to record 14.1 assists per game amplifies their potential to capitalize on scoring opportunities in each match.

In contrast, the Wildcats fall short in defensive efforts, allowing an average of 69.9 points per game. Despite posing challenges in defensive play for opponents, their strengths shine through in statistics like 37.6 rebounds, 4.2 blocks, and 6.1 steals per game.

The Jayhawks have lost their last two games and have a great opportunity to get back on track. Their latest showdown was an 82-74 defeat against the Baylor Bears, despite Hunter Dickinson leading with 20 points.

Kevin McCullar Jr. leads them in scoring each game with 19.1 points. Another key threat will be Dickinson, who leads with 10.7 rebounds and chimes in 18.3 points per game.

The Jayhawks maintain a steady scoring average of 76.6 points per game, accompanied by an impressive 49.9 percent shooting accuracy. Enhancing their offensive dynamics hinges on the crucial factor of ball movement, with an average of 19.4 assists per game.

Defensively, they effectively restrict opponents to 68.3 points, revealing a subtle defensive advantage over their potent offense. Additionally, they demonstrate prowess with 35.8 rebounds, 3.7 blocks, and 7.4 steals per game.

MyBookie establishes the odds for this college basketball showdown, revealing a 10.5-point advantage leaning towards the Kansas Jayhawks at their home court. Market analysis suggests an 83.2 percent chance of their triumph in this game, backed by impressive statistical performance.

Despite the Jayhawks losing their last two games, they boast a great opportunity to get back on track. They are at home where they are successful, as well as facing a team that will likely not have an answer for Dickinson to open up other scoring opportunities for the team.