Kansas State Basketball Plagued by Injuries

Coach Tang questions team's competitiveness after loss to rival Kansas

Jan. 27, 2026 at 1:23pm

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Kansas State basketball coach Jerome Tang is reflecting on his team's 86-62 loss to rival Kansas, noting that the Wildcats will continue to be without four players who are currently sidelined due to unspecified injuries.

Why it matters

Kansas State has high hopes for this season, but the rash of injuries is hampering their ability to compete at a high level against top opponents like Kansas. The Wildcats' struggles could impact their standing in the Big 12 conference and their chances of making the NCAA Tournament.

The details

Coach Tang expressed uncertainty about the nature of the injuries, saying "I don't even know what it is, but it took Khamari out of the game." The Wildcats have been without four key players, though the specific injuries have not been disclosed.

  • The Wildcats lost to Kansas 86-62 on January 27, 2026.

The players

Jerome Tang

The head coach of the Kansas State basketball team.

Khamari

A Kansas State player who was ruled out of the game against Kansas due to an unspecified injury.

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What they’re saying

“I don't even know what it is, but it took Khamari out of the game,”

— Jerome Tang, Head Coach

What’s next

The Wildcats will need to determine the extent of the injuries and work to get their key players healthy in order to remain competitive in the Big 12 conference.

The takeaway

Injuries have become a major concern for the Kansas State basketball team, potentially derailing their season and impacting their ability to challenge for a conference title and NCAA Tournament berth.