The Oklahoma Sooners finally got back into the win column after a six-game slide by defeating the Kansas State Wildcats, 86-77. In a packed Lloyd Noble Center, Trae Young was that dude once again, going for a game-high 28 points and seven assists. Christian James, Jamuni McNeace and Brady Manekwere also key contributors, all scoring in double figures. The Sooners are now 7-9 in Big 12 play, with two conference bouts left to go before the start of the Big 12 Tournament.
Three takeaways:
The Sooners played with a clear heightened sense of urgency to start both halves, which was essential for staving off the comeback minded Wildcats.