The matchup at the Knapp Center on Friday night involved two teams on opposite ends of the Missouri Valley Conference spectrum.
A year removed from an MVC title, the Wichita State Shockers are undergoing a massive rebuild after graduation and transfers decimated their roster. With a young team that scores the most points in the conference, the Drake Bulldogs are challenging for the top spot in The Valley.
On Friday the talent discrepancy was on full display. The Bulldogs solved WSU’s defense easily, took advantage of Shocker turnovers and hit the open shot on their way to a leisurely 81-59 victory.