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Nowell scores 36 as K-State rolls over No. 6 Texas 116-103

Published January 3, 2023 10:45 PM

By JIM VERTUNO
AP Sports Writer

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Markquis Nowell had 36 points and nine assists as Kansas State beat No. 6 Texas 116-103, setting a school scoring record with a stunning offensive outburst that gave first-year Wildcats coach Jerome Tang his biggest victory. The Wildcats poured in 58 points in the first half behind 64% shooting and eight 3-pointers. Kansas State then had to a hold off a Texas rally as the Longhorns shaved a 20-point deficit to under 10 with just under five minutes left. Keyontae Johnson scored 28 points for Kansas State. Tyrese Hunter led Texas with 29.

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