How to Watch Kansas Jayhawks vs. West Virginia Mountaineers: Live Stream or on TV
The Kansas Jayhawks (25-6, 13-5 Big 12) will look to build on a five-game home winning streak when they square off against the West Virginia Mountaineers (19-13, 7-11 Big 12) on March 9, 2023 at T-Mobile Center.
Kansas lost its most recent game to Texas, 75-59, on Saturday. Jalen Wilson starred with 23 points, and also had 10 boards and one assist. On Wednesday, in its last game, West Virginia defeated Texas Tech 78-62. With 20 points, Kedrian Johnson was its high scorer.
When is Kansas vs. West Virginia and when does it start?
This matchup between the Jayhawks and Mountaineers will happen on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 3:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Kansas vs. West Virginia
The Jayhawks and Mountaineers will hit the hardwood at T-Mobile Center for this matchup on March 9, and if you want to see the game live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on ESPN.
Kansas Jayhawks vs. West Virginia Mountaineers Game Preview
Kansas Stats, Odds & Insights
Kansas’ +228 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 7.4 points per game) is a result of scoring 75.6 points per game (87th in college basketball) while giving up 68.2 per contest (123rd in college basketball).
The Jayhawks are averaging 75.6 points, just 4.8 more than the 70.8 the Mountaineers allow.
Kansas connects on 7.1 three-pointers per game (217th in college basketball) at a 34.7% rate (157th in college basketball), compared to the 6.6 its opponents make while shooting 31.5% from deep.
The Jayhawks are scoring 78.8 points per game this season in home games, which is 4.8 more points than they’re averaging on the road (74.0).
Kansas has been scoring 74.8 points per game in its last 10 times on the court, an average that’s a little lower than the 75.6 it has scored over the course of the 2022-23 season.
West Virginia Stats, Odds & Insights
West Virginia’s +191 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 6.0 points per game) is a result of putting up 76.8 points per game (58th in college basketball) while giving up 70.8 per contest (199th in college basketball).
The Mountaineers’ 76.8 points per game are 8.6 more than the Jayhawks give up.
West Virginia hits 7.4 three-pointers per game (186th in college basketball), while its opponents have made 6.5 on average.
At home, the Mountaineers average 79.4 points per game. Away, they average 71.6.
Over its previous 10 games, West Virginia is tallying 76.6 points per game, compared to its season average of 76.8.
Jayhawks Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Wilson | 31 | 19.7 | 8.4 | 2.5 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 2.0 |
| Gradey Dick | 31 | 14.3 | 4.9 | 1.6 | 1.5 | 0.3 | 2.4 |
| Kevin McCullar | 30 | 11.1 | 7.3 | 2.4 | 2.1 | 0.7 | 0.9 |
| KJ Adams Jr. | 31 | 10.5 | 4.5 | 1.9 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.0 |
| Dajuan Harris | 31 | 8.6 | 2.5 | 6.3 | 2.0 | 0.4 | 0.9 |
Mountaineers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erik Stevenson | 32 | 15.6 | 3.5 | 2.5 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 2.4 |
| Tre Mitchell | 32 | 11.7 | 5.4 | 1.8 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 1.1 |
| Kedrian Johnson | 31 | 11.3 | 2.2 | 3.2 | 1.8 | 0.1 | 0.8 |
| Emmitt Matthews Jr. | 30 | 10.4 | 3.9 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.9 |
| Joe Toussaint | 32 | 9.4 | 2.8 | 2.6 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 0.9 |
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