Kansas State prepares to host South Dakota State in a college basketball matchup that marks the coaching debut of Casey Alexander for the Wildcats. The game, previewed by The Topeka Capital-Journal, draws attention as Alexander takes the sideline for the first time in a regular-season contest.
Wyatt D. Wheeler of The Topeka Capital-Journal provided the prediction analysis ahead of the November 2, 2026 matchup. The contest represents a new chapter for the Kansas State program under Alexander's leadership.
