Shockers
ShockersWichita State Shockers
General Information
Conference: American Athletic Conference (AAC)
NCAA Division: Division I
City: Wichita, Kansas
Stadium: Charles Koch Arena
Championships
- National Championships: None
- Conference Titles: 4
- Conference Regular Season Titles: 14
Past Conferences:
- Missouri Valley Conference (MVC)
- Independent
Wichita State Shockers Standings & Analysis
This college basketball team analysis breaks down the team stats that matter and provides insights into the Wichita State Shockers’ standings for this season, as well as their strengths and weaknesses. Whether you’re a seasoned sports analyst or just starting to follow college basketball, this section has something for everyone. Be sure to check the updated NCAAB injury report and the best team players.
All-Time Wichita State Shockers Stats & Records
Points Scored
- Cleo Littleton: 2,164
- Xavier McDaniel: 2,152
- Dave Stallworth: 1,918
Rebounds
- Xavier McDaniel: 1,359
- Robert Elmore: 1,039
- Cheese Johnson: 1,027
Assists
- Fred VanVleet: 637
- Toure’ Murray: 429
- Warren Armstrong: 429
Overview of the Wichita State Shockers Standings
Last-Season Standings
The Wichita State Shockers basketball team had a rollercoaster season in 2021-2022. They started off strong, winning their first four games, but then hit a rough patch and lost four of their next six games. However, they bounced back with a six-game winning streak that included a win over a ranked Memphis team.
The Shockers’ success was due in large part to the play of their top players, including Tyson Etienne and Morris Udeze. Etienne, a junior guard, led the team in scoring with an average of 17.2 points per game and was named to the All-American Athletic Conference First Team. Udeze, a junior forward, was a force in the paint, averaging 12.8 points and 7.1 rebounds per game.
Despite their strong performances, the Shockers struggled to maintain consistency throughout the season. They finished with a record of 19-14 overall and 10-8 in conference play, which was good enough for a fourth-place finish in the American Athletic Conference standings.
Despite their middle-of-the-pack finish in the conference standings, the Shockers were able to earn a spot in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT). They defeated the University of North Texas in the first round before falling to Boise State in the second round.
Overall, it was a season of ups and downs for the Wichita State Shockers basketball team. While they showed flashes of brilliance, they struggled with consistency and ultimately fell short of their goals. However, with talented players like Etienne and Udeze on their roster, the Shockers have a bright future and will look to build on their progress in the upcoming seasons.
Before Betting on Wichita State Shockers, Check Out These Tips:
Keep an eye on injuries and suspensions:
Injuries and suspensions can have a big impact on a team’s performance. Check if Wichita State has any players sidelined or suspended before placing a bet.
Research the team’s current form:
Before placing a bet on Wichita State, it’s important to research their current form. Look at their recent results and see if they have been performing consistently or if they are on a losing streak.
Look at their home and away record:
Like most teams, Wichita State may perform differently at home than they do away. Consider their home and away records when deciding whether to bet on them.
Consider their opponent:
Take into account the strength of the opposition they are facing. Wichita State may be favorites against weaker opponents, but against stronger teams, they may struggle to keep up.
Wichita State Shockers Basketball History
Overall
Wichita State University developed a men’s basketball program in 1905 when it was still known as Fairmont College (until 1926). It began to be recognized as a notable program with the arrival of Ralph Miller as the team’s head coach in 1951.
The team, led by Cleo Littleton on the court, achieved riveting success. Littleton set several records by leading the Shockers’ team stats in scoring. He became the first African American basketball player to star in the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC). To this day, he holds the school’s record for points scored.
Wichita started becoming ranked by the Associated Press (AP). When Gary Thompson took over in 1964-65, the Shockers peaked as the no. 1 program in the country. It reached the Final Four where it lost to the eventual champions, UCLA.
However, Wichita’s time as a powerhouse lasted briefly. The program remained competitive but made just one NCAA Tournament appearance until the 1980-81 season. Under new coach Gene Smithson, the Shockers reached the Elite Eight. But the NCAA placed the school under probation due to improprieties with their assistant coaches.
The Shockers remained a bullish program and became the top team of the MVC, winning the conference several times. Alas, success beyond the regular season eluded the program as Wichita State failed to make it out of the first round of the NCAA Tournament until the 2005-06 season when it reached the Sweet Sixteen.
Gregg Marshall took over as head coach in 2007 and this began a new golden age for Shockers basketball. Led by star players like Fred VanVleet, who led the Wichita State Shockers’ team stats in assists and steals, the program was consistently top-25 and made several deep runs during March Madness.
The most notable run came in 2013 when the Shockers became just the second no. 9 seed to reach the Final Four. They lost to the eventual champions, Louisville. VanVleet and Ron Baker went undrafted but found their way into the NBA. VanVleet also became the first Shocker since Xavier McDaniel in 1988 to make the NBA All-Star game.
Now with Isaac Brown as the coach, the Shockers are far from their peak and can be found as frequent underdogs on the NCAAB odds.
