Kansas State vs Kansas Prediction, NCAAB Picks Jan 18: Bet Jayhawks to Cover
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The ninth-ranked Kansas Jayhawks cannot be too pleased with their last effort as they prepare to host the struggling rival Kansas State Wildcats on Saturday as a heavy favorite.
You can expect the Jayhawks to come out strong when the struggling Wildcats arrive in town. Kansas State has not won in Lawrence since 2006 and has dropped under .500 after four consecutive defeats.
Let’s get into the Kansas State vs Kansas betting lines and find the best bets today.
Kansas State vs Kansas Game Information
- Game: Kansas State (7-9, 1-4 Big 12) vs Kansas (12-4, 3-2)
- Location: Allen Fieldhouse, Lawrence, Kansas
- Day/Time: Saturday, January 18, 1:00 p.m. ET
- Kansas State vs Kansas Live Stream: Fubo TV
Get updated Kansas State vs Kansas stats here.
Kansas State vs Kansas Betting Trends
- Kansas has won nine of the last 11 overall meetings and 18 straight at home.
- The Wildcats have only covered the first half spread in 11 of their last 34 games.
- The Jayhawks have hit the first half moneyline in 16 of the last 20 contests at home.
- Kansas State is 1-13 on the moneyline in its past 14 road outings.
- Under bettors are 23-13 in the last 36 Kansas games.
Kansas State vs Kansas Betting Tips: ATS and Total Picks
1. Kansas ATS (-16)
Kansas was among many college basketball expert picks to win the NCAA Tournament. However, things have not gone smoothly.
The talent is still there for the Jayhawks and the loss at Iowa State may help them refocus. Kansas State is probably the unlucky next opponent. The 57-point output was the worst for Kansas in a loss this season.
Leading scorer Hunter Dickinson (15.2) will want to rebound after managing just six points on 3-of-10 shooting on Wednesday. Dickinson is averaging a double-double (10.4 rebounds) and shooting 51.5 percent from the field overall.
Guard Zeke Mayo had 17 points against Iowa State and has been the best player for Kansas of late. Mayo is the only other player averaging double figures (14.4) and is probably your best NCAAB player prop bet option.
Self on tonight’s loss: “I don’t want to spin this negatively; it wasn’t a lack of effort. It was a lack of really understanding and respecting how competitive you had to be to be successful in this game. Guys still tried. You don’t get a ribbon for trying.” #KUbball
— Matt Tait (@mctait) January 16, 2025
The key to the Jayhawks getting back on track is their depth. Dajuan Harris Jr. (9.8 points, 5.4 assists) and KJ Adams Jr. (8.2 points) lead the way.
The Wildcats have a ways to go to match the last two seasons in Manhattan. Kansas State won 26 games in 2022-23 and 19 in 2023-24.
There is just not enough consistent scoring for the Wildcats (73.2), they have been a poor rebounding team and are 0-4 on the road.
David N’Guessan leads the team at 12.6 points per game and 64.3 percent shooting, but the Dutchman has just 16 total points in the last two games. Brendan Hausen is next at 12.3 and a team-best 50 made 3-pointers.
Brendan Hausen from WAY downtown 🪣#Big12MBB | @KStateMBB pic.twitter.com/Ea2GlOahl5
— Big 12 Conference (@Big12Conference) January 15, 2025
Hausen getting hot from downtown and Coleman Hawkins (10.6 points) stepping up are the Wildcats’ best chances to keep it close and improve their 6-10 ATS record.
Kansas State may have a better chance to beat the NCAAB spread at home on Feb. 8.
2. Kansas State vs Kansas Under 139.5
The Jayhawks play pretty good defense. Even in the loss at Iowa State, they held the Cyclones to 40.7 percent shooting and more than 11 points below their average.
That has led to under bettors filling their wallets when Kansas plays this season. The Jayhawks have hit the game total under in their last 14 games and may have a good chance to make it 15.
Kansas allows 37 percent shooting from the field and 29.5 from behind the 3-point arc. Kansas State gives up too much but could have trouble scoring.
Bet the under on anything at 140 or over at BetUS Sportsbook. You can expect something like a 77-60 Kansas victory.
Bet Kansas State vs Kansas Under 139.5
Questions of the Day
What is the all-time series record?
Kansas has won 202 times and Kansas State 96.
What are the odds for Kansas to win the NCAA Tournament?
The Jayhawks are +1600 to win all the marbles.
Odds and information are accurate at the time of writing. Please check with official sources for the latest updates before placing any bets.