Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers ATS Prediction

Victor TrejosBasketball, College Basketball

The Oklahoma State Cowboys (4-2) go head-to-head with the Minnesota Golden Gophers (5-1) at U.S. Bank Stadium. Action begins at 10 p.m. ET on Friday, November 30, 2018.

Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Odds

In their last game, the Golden Gophers were beaten by the Boston College Eagles, 68-56, while the Cowboys beat the 19th-ranked LSU Tigers, 90-77.

The Cowboys knocked down 20 of their 25 free throws (80.0 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.660 (above their season average of 0.556). Minnesota, on the other hand, had a turnover percentage of 11.0 (better than their season average of 17.0). Minnesota was lifted by Jordan Murphy, who had 16 points and 11 rebounds. Cameron McGriff, meanwhile had a solid performance for Oklahoma State, contributing 28 points.

Minnesota could have a tough time creating turnovers. Since last season, Oklahoma State ranks 167th in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 18.4 percent), while Minnesota has forced the 45th-fewest turnovers (16.7 percent).

Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers ATS Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Minnesota, ATS Winner – Oklahoma State, O/U – Over

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Oklahoma State ranks 53rd in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while Minnesota ranks 263rd (4.7).
  • The Cowboys average 36.2 rebounds per game, which ranks 133rd in the NCAA. The Golden Gophers rank 267th in rebounds allowed per game (37.3).
  • Oklahoma State ranks 110th in steals per game (6.6) while Minnesota ranks 228th (5.5).
  • The Cowboys rank 108th in assists allowed per game (12.6) while the Golden Gophers rank 266th (14.8).
  • Oklahoma State ranks 112th in three pointers attempted per game (23.3) while Minnesota ranks 251st (19.8).