MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — In a thrilling matchup that will be remembered for weeks to come, Texas Tech took down Kansas State with a 61-57 victory on Tuesday night, leaving the Wildcats stunned and scoreless for the final 5-plus minutes of the game.
Darrion Williams was the star of the show, scoring an impressive 16 points to lead the Red Raiders to their hard-fought win. Williams' performance was complemented by Elijah Hawkins, who added 14 points to the scoreboard and dished out nine assists to his teammates.
The Red Raiders' impressive win was sealed when they managed to hold the Wildcats scoreless for the final 5-plus minutes of the game. This remarkable defensive stretch allowed Texas Tech to pull ahead and secure the win, despite a strong effort from Kansas State throughout the majority of the game.
The first half of the game saw both teams battling it out, with neither able to gain a significant advantage. However, as the game wore on, Texas Tech began to pull ahead, thanks in large part to the impressive play of Williams and Hawkins. The duo's combined efforts allowed the Red Raiders to take control of the game and never look back.
Kansas State, on the other hand, struggled to find its footing in the final minutes of the game. Despite a strong performance from their own players, the Wildcats were unable to overcome the Red Raiders' stifling defense, which held them scoreless for the final 5-plus minutes. This drought ultimately proved to be the difference-maker in the game, as Texas Tech was able to secure the win and hand Kansas State a tough loss.
The win is a significant one for Texas Tech, who will look to build on this momentum as they head into their next game. With Williams and Hawkins leading the charge, the Red Raiders are sure to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of college basketball. As for Kansas State, they will look to regroup and bounce back from this tough loss, using it as an opportunity to learn and grow as a team.