The 2021-22 iteration of WSU men’s basketball will face the pressure of expectations for the first time in a long time, but the Cougars appear to be up to the task after a comfortable 85-67 win over Alcorn State in their season opener. While head coach Kyle Smith won’t be happy about the 14 turnovers and 20 fouls, there was plenty to like from newcomers Tyrell Roberts, Michael Flowers, and others.
Highly-touted freshman Mohamed Gueye didn’t wait long to get his feet wet, earning his first career start and scoring the first basket of the season for the Cougars.