ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (Interstat) — The undefeated and surging Mississippi Rebels put their perfect record on the line Sunday against a Kansas State Wildcats squad seeking a signature win in nonconference women’s basketball action at MWSU Fieldhouse. Mississippi (8-0) arrives in Missouri riding high after a 69-62 victory over Notre Dame on Thursday, a win that solidified its status as a national contender. The Rebels have won their games by an average margin of 26.5 points, with their closest contest being a nine-point overtime win at Memphis. Leading the charge is guard Christeen Iwuala, who is averaging 18.7 points over her last six games. She scored 18 points in the win over the Irish and has been a model of consistency, scoring at least 14 points in every game this season. She is complemented by Cotie McMahon, who poured in 22 points against Notre Dame. Kansas State (5-5) looks to steady itself after a 70-82 home loss to South Dakota State last Saturday. The Wildcats’ season has been a rollercoaster, featuring narrow losses to South Dakota and Texas A&M alongside high-scoring wins. They will rely heavily on guard Taryn Sides, who is coming off a 27-point, five-rebound performance against the Jackrabbits and exploded for 30 points and six assists in a 95-92 shootout win over Columbia on Nov. 27. The matchup pits Mississippi’s stifling defense, which has held opponents to 56.1 points per game, against a Kansas State offense that averages 71.2 points but has shown volatility. The Rebels’ relentless pressure will test a Wildcats team that has committed 15 or more turnovers in half its games. For Kansas State, a victory would provide a monumental resume boost before Big 12 play. For Mississippi, it is a final road test before a lengthy homestand, offering a chance to solidify its ranking before facing Southeastern Conference competition. Tip-off is set for 1 p.m. Central on Sunday, Dec. 7.