Oklahoma State Faces Roster Questions Ahead of NIT Matchup with Wichita State

Three key players, including leading scorer Anthony Roy, were suspended for the Cowboys' opening round win over Davidson.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 10:49am

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Oklahoma State is seeking a return trip to the NIT quarterfinals, but its hopes could hinge on the availability of several suspended players, including leading scorer Anthony Roy, for Sunday's second-round matchup against Wichita State. The Shockers are coming off a first-round win over Wyoming and will look to Kenyon Giles and TJ Williams to lead the way against the short-handed Cowboys.

Why it matters

Oklahoma State is hoping to build on last year's NIT run, but the suspensions of key players like Roy could significantly impact their chances of advancing. Wichita State, meanwhile, is looking to make a deep tournament run of its own after a solid regular season.

The details

Oklahoma State was without three players, including leading scorer Anthony Roy (17.2 ppg), for its opening round NIT win over Davidson due to a violation of team rules. It's uncertain if Roy, as well as Vyctorius Miller and Isaiah Coleman, will be available for Sunday's game against Wichita State. The Shockers are coming off a 74-70 first-round win over Wyoming, led by double-double performer TJ Williams and 15 points from Kenyon Giles.

  • Oklahoma State defeated Davidson 84-80 in the NIT opening round on March 21, 2026.
  • Wichita State defeated Wyoming 74-70 in the NIT opening round on March 21, 2026.
  • Oklahoma State and Wichita State will play in the NIT second round on March 26, 2026.

The players

Anthony Roy

Oklahoma State's leading scorer, averaging 17.2 points per game, who was suspended for the opening round NIT game.

Vyctorius Miller

Oklahoma State player who was suspended for the opening round NIT game.

Isaiah Coleman

Oklahoma State player who was suspended for the opening round NIT game.

TJ Williams

Wichita State player who had a 17-point, 14-rebound double-double in the Shockers' opening round NIT win.

Kenyon Giles

Wichita State's leading scorer, averaging 19.1 points per game, who had 15 points in the opening round NIT win.

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What they’re saying

“We put the ball in his hands there and let him operate. We needed a second playmaker. His assertiveness at the rim was terrific.”

— Paul Mills, Wichita State Head Coach

“You can trust this guy down the stretch.”

— Kenyon Giles, Wichita State Player

“I haven't decided yet. We're still working through the process. They've got to meet the standards and the expectations of the program. And they're working towards that right now.”

— Steve Lutz, Oklahoma State Head Coach

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