Jerome Tang likened Kansas State’s difficulties to those in “Die Hard” following their recent loss.

The Kansas State men’s basketball team, once showing promise, has hit a rough patch. Their standing in the Big 12 has plummeted from first to below .500 in conference play, shifting NCAA Tournament hopes to the more modest goal of the NIT. A previous winning streak has been replaced by four consecutive losses, painting a grim picture after a defeat to Oklahoma State. Concerns among fans are palpable as the team’s trajectory looks uncertain. However, coach Jerome Tang remains optimistic, drawing parallels between the team’s struggles and the plot of “Die Hard,” where overcoming adversity leads to heroism. Tang believes it’s premature to count out the Wildcats, likening their losing streak to a pivotal moment in the movie where the protagonist faces a setback but perseveres. He emphasizes the team’s agency in determining their fate, suggesting they can still turn things around with time left in the season. Yet, the loss to Oklahoma State complicates their journey, as it was a game they were expected to win.