Kansas State center Ayoka Lee announces her return for another season at K-State, utilizing her final year of eligibility after a career marked by both success and injuries.

By the Numbers
  • Lee averaged 19.7 points and 8.6 rebounds per game this season.
  • In 2021-22, Lee set an NCAA record with 61 points in a single game against Oklahoma.
Yes, But

Lee did not declare for the WNBA Draft despite being a potential second or third-round pick.

State of Play
  • Ayoka Lee's return strengthens K-State's core by bringing back four starters from the previous NCAA Tournament.
  • The Wildcats also maintain key bench players and have utilized 12 scholarships for the upcoming season out of a potential 15.
What's Next

With Lee's return, K-State looks to build on their previous season's success and compete with a strong roster.

Bottom Line

Ayoka Lee's decision to return provides stability and talent to K-State's lineup, setting the stage for a promising upcoming season and potential success in collegiate basketball.