Kansas State forward David N'Guessan put up another star performance against Cincinnati Wednesday night, finishing with 18 points and 10 rebounds. Upon reflecting on this must-win matchup, N'Guessan gave all the credit to those outside himself.

At this point, the Kansas State Wildcats are no longer on the bubble for the NCAA Tournament. Their only hopes of making the Big Dance are winning the Big 12 conference tournament. But that doesn't mean they aren't playing with desperation during the last days of the regular season.

The Cowboys shot 46.8% from the floor and fed their big man Abou Ousmane (24 points, eight rebounds) 18 shots to ride his performance for an upset win. Cincinnati was outscored 12-2 down the stretch to waste away another winning opportunity. they've lost seven conference games this season by double digits.

There’s a chance the two could start conference play against each other on Tuesday at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City.

It turns out Kansas State forward Coleman Hawkins' injury was more severe than first thought, but he was determined to to get back on the floor.