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Kansas State Defeats Monmouth 73-54 - Recap
Kansas State got 15 points from Xavier Sneed en route to a 73-54 victory over Monmouth on Wednesday at Fred Bramlage Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Kansas State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -17.0 at sportsbooks.
Kansas State got 11 points from Makol Mawien and another 8 points from Cartier Diarra. Cartier Diarra contributed 7 assists, while Makol Mawien cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Monmouth got a 20-point performance from Ray Salnave, who was supported by 9 points from Deion Hammond. Melik Martin had 3 assists in a losing cause for Monmouth, while Mustapha Traore grabbed 10 rebounds.
Kansas State trailed at halftime, 29-21.
The rebound battle favored Kansas State as they grabbed 31 boards, while Monmouth only had 28
Kansas State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff. Monmouth will aim to get back on the winning track at Kansas.