Drake hopes to avoid a second shock from Wichita State

Drake returns to Valley action tonight at home against Wichita State. This will be the second matchup of the season after the Shockers claimed a lopsided win in Wichita. Drake coach Kurt Kanaskie says Wichita State creates a lot of problems with their speed and quickness.The Shockers have lost their last two games but Kanaskie says that does not always mean this is a good time to play them.Wichita State appeared to be in title contention a week ago but coach Mark Turgeon’s team has slipped to 5-4 in the Valley.Turgeon believes his team will come back with a good effort.