Last season was not a good one for the Oklahoma basketball program but maybe the most painful losses of the season were at the hands of Oklahoma State. Between a late-game three and a ridiculous tear by Jawun Evans, the Sooners were swept by the Cowboys last season. The outlook appears different entering conference play this season thanks to Trae Young.
- The total has gone OVER in 10 of Oklahoma’s 11 games with a listed total this season.
- Oklahoma State is 2-10 ATS in its last 12 games against Oklahoma.
- Oklahoma is 23-0 SU in its last 23 games as a favorite of 10.0 or more.
Young is undoubtedly the front-runner for player of the year. The Oklahoma freshman leads the nation in both points and assists per game while taking twice as many shots as any other player on the team. Young’s deep three-pointers garner plenty of attention but his playmaking really makes the team tick and has been a big reason why Oklahoma is shooting over 50 percent collectively.
Oklahoma State is just 1-3 SU against ranked teams this season but has looked up to the challenge in each of those contests. The Cowboys pride themselves on a defense that is holding opponents to 67.2 points per game. Offensively, Oklahoma State is deep, with eight players averaging at least 7.2 ppg. Sophomore Lindy Waters III could play an interesting role, as the guard has played with Young since his elementary school days.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Betting fans looking to back the Oklahoma State Cowboys before tipoff in this one found them as 9.5-point underdogs over at Sportsbook earlier.
Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Oklahoma Sooners Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Oklahoma Sooners sit at 11-1 (6-6 ATS) on the college basketball season. By comparison, the Oklahoma State Cowboys are currently 10-3 (5-6 ATS). Looking to bet on the total points scored? Oklahoma is 11-1 OU, and Oklahoma State is 2-9 OU.
According to new college basketball power rankings here at OddsShark, it's the No. 22-ranked Sooners and the No. 26-rated Cowboys in this matchup.
Statistical Matchup
Rebounding is always a key handicapping betting consideration and Oklahoma State is ranked No. 89 in NCAA basketball at 37.92 per game. Contrast that with Oklahoma's No. 33 mark in the paint. When it comes to three-point shooting, Oklahoma is the No. 8-ranked team in the country at 11.17 treys per game, while Oklahoma State rates No. 67 at 8.77 per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Cowboys got 17 points from Jeffrey Carroll, but it was West Virginia that prevailed in a 85-79 final on Friday at Gallagher-Iba Arena.
The Sooners used a 39-point performance from Trae Young to help Oklahoma slip past TCU 90-89 on Saturday at Schollmaier Arena.
- Oklahoma State is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games
- Oklahoma State is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games on the road
- Oklahoma State is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games on the road
- The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Oklahoma State's last 12 games on the road
- Oklahoma is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games
- Oklahoma is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home
- Oklahoma is 10-2 ATS in its last 12 games when playing Oklahoma State
- Oklahoma is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing Oklahoma State
Next Betting Matchups
Oklahoma State home to Iowa State, Saturday, January 6
Oklahoma at West Virginia, Saturday, January 6
