No shots from the logo. No last-minute magic. No second-half takeovers. Wichita State's formula for a strong start this season disappeared on Sunday at Intrust Bank Arena.
The result was a disappointing 65-59 loss to Kansas State in the school's first meeting since 2003.
Wichita State (6-2) shot poorly, frittered away leads, and stumbled in the game's final minutes against the Wildcats (5-2), who were missing leading scorer Nijel Pack due to a concussion.
"I love this team," Shockers forward Dexter Dennis said. "We're all positive guys. We all work hard. I wouldn't change anything about it, but we've got to get better.