K-State men’s basketball outduels Creighton

MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Brandon Rechsteiner’s 26 points led to an 89-82 victory over Creighton on Tuesday.

The Wildcats and Bluejays were tied 40-40 at halftime, but K-State took control after the break, outscoring Creighton 49-42 in the second half.

Kansas State shot 57.7% from the field and connected on 14 three-pointers, including 46.7% shooting from beyond the arc. The Wildcats also finished with 21 assists.

Brandon Rechsteiner led the way with 26 points, while Isaiah Abraham added eight rebounds and Brock Vice dished out six assists.

The victory moves K-State to 2-1 on the season under first-year head coach Casey Alexander.

The Wildcats return to Bramlage Coliseum Monday, Nov. 16, hosting Montana.

Tipoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.