Wichita State defeats Northern Iowa in OT

TJ Williams scores 9 of his 18 points in extra period to lead Shockers

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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TJ Williams scored 9 of his 18 points in overtime to lead Wichita State to a 74-69 victory over Northern Iowa. The game was tied at the end of regulation, requiring the extra period to determine the winner.

Why it matters

This was an important conference matchup between two top teams in the Missouri Valley Conference. The win helps Wichita State maintain their position in the standings and keeps them in contention for a high seed in the conference tournament.

The details

Williams, a junior guard, was the key contributor for Wichita State in the overtime period, scoring crucial baskets to give his team the lead and ultimately the victory. Northern Iowa fought hard to try and pull off the upset on the road, but came up just short against the more experienced Shockers squad.

  • The game was played on February 4, 2026.

The players

TJ Williams

A junior guard for the Wichita State Shockers.

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What’s next

Wichita State will look to build on this conference win as they continue their push towards the postseason. Northern Iowa will try to regroup and get back in the win column in their next game.

The takeaway

This was a hard-fought victory for Wichita State, showcasing their ability to win close games against quality opponents. The Shockers' depth and experience proved to be the difference in overtime.