By Jayson Henderson

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State will face George Washington in the first round of the 2024 U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam on Friday, November 22. The tournament runs from November 22-25 at the University of Virgin Islands Sports and Fitness Center in St. Thomas.

This marks K-State’s third appearance in the Paradise Jam, previously winning the tournament in 2018. K-State and George Washington will meet for the sixth time in history, with the Wildcats leading the series 4-1. The winner will advance to face the victor between Louisiana and Liberty.

The Paradise Jam features a round-robin format with playoffs culminating in a championship game on November 25. Six of the eight participating teams won 18 or more games last season, with several advancing to the NCAA Tournament.

All games will be streamed on ESPN platforms, with fan travel packages available through the Paradise Jam website.