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Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers center Harlan Obioha (55) loses control of the ball during the first half against the BYU Cougars at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

A few initial thoughts after West Virginia's brief stay in Kansas City.

Mar 11, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers center Harlan Obioha (55) loses control of the ball during the first half against the BYU Cougars at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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A few initial thoughts after West Virginia's brief stay in Kansas City.

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The Mountaineers' starting lineup in the second round of the Big 12 tournament againt the Cougars

Mar 6, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Brenen Lorient (0) celebrates with West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) during the second half against the UCF Knights at Hope Coliseum.

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Getting you set and remaining up to date with the Mountaineers' Big 12 tournament second round matchup against the Cougars

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) shoots in the lane against BYU Cougars guard Kennard Davis Jr. (30) during the second half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Dissecting what the Mountaineers need to do to avoid a one-and-done in Kansas City.

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) drives against West Virginia Mountaineers forward Brenen Lorient (0) during the first half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Picking tonight's second-round game of the Big 12 tournament between the Mountaineers and Cougars.

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Treysen Eaglestaff (52) shoots a three pointer over BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) during the second half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Looking at the Mountaineers' chances to advance in the Big 12 Conference tournament.

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) dribbles against West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) during the second half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Getting you set for tonight's game between the Mountaineers and Cougars.

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) shoots a three point shot over BYU Cougars guard Robert Wright III (1) during the second half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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The Mountaineers are looking to secure another Quad 1 win.

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) dribbles against West Virginia Mountaineers guard Treysen Eaglestaff (52) during the first half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Breaking down the two possible opponents for the West Virginia Mountaineers in round two.

West Virginia University head coach Mark Kellogg giving instruction to guard Sydney Shaw.

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Morgantown could be popping next week.

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The head football coach wants more games inside Hope Coliseum, doggone it.

West Virginia University head coach Mark Kellogg

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The Mountaineers have all the makings of a team that can go far.

Feb 28, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) is interviewed after the game after defeating the BYU Cougars at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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It looks like the Mountaineers will have to win the Big 12 to punch their ticket to the dance.

Mar 8, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers coach Mark Kellogg is presented the championship trophy after the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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Could the NCAA Tournament be coming to Morgantown?

Jan 21, 2026; Tempe, Arizona, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Amir Jenkins (2) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Desert Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Answering this week's questions from West Virginia fans.

Mar 8, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Sydney Shaw (5) shoots the ball during the first half against the TCU Horned Frogs at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

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WVU wins its first Big 12 title since 2017!

Feb 14, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge during the first half against the UCF Knights at Addition Financial Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

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West Virginia needs to catch fire and receive a bunch of help next week in Kansas City.

West Virginia University Vice President and Director of Athletics Wren Baker

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The West Virginia AD has done an incredible job of strengthening Mountaineer athletics.

Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Mark Kellogg watches the run of play against the Colorado Buffaloes during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

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Picking tonight's Big 12 championship between the Mountaineers and Horned Frogs.

Mar 7, 2026; Kansas City, MO, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Sydney Shaw (5) passes the ball against the Colorado Buffaloes during the second half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: Nick Tre. Smith-Imagn Images

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Getting you set for tonight's game between the Mountaineers and Horned Frogs.

Mar 6, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Honor Huff (3) hugs West Virginia Mountaineers head coach Ross Hodge during Senior Night activities before the game against the UCF Knights at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Can the Mountaineers cut down the nets in Kansas City?

Mar 6, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers guard Chance Moore (13) dribbles and collides with UCF Knights guard Carmelo Pacheco (11) during the second half at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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Getting you set for next week's Big 12 Conference tournament in Kansas City.

West Virginia University guard Jordan Harrison

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The Mountaineers are officially one game away from winning the Big 12.

Mar 4, 2026; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Darian DeVries instructs his team against the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the second half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

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It looks like the move worked out well for the Mountaineers.

Mar 6, 2026; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers forward Brenen Lorient (0) celebrates with teammates during the first half against the UCF Knights at Hope Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

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The Mountaineers will find out who they play in Kansas City after the first round concludes.