The Texas Longhorns (15-11, 7-6 Big 12) will be at the Lloyd Noble Center to square off against the Oklahoma Sooners (16-10, 4-9 Big 12) in a Big 12 matchup. The game will air on ESPNU at 12 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 23, 2019.
Texas Longhorns at Oklahoma Sooners ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Sooners defeated the TCU Horned Frogs 71-62, while the Longhorns beat the Oklahoma State Cowboys 69-57.
The Longhorns knocked down 16 of their 18 free throws (88.9 percent) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.564 (above their season average of 0.508). Meanwhile, Oklahoma’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over TCU. The Sooners had a rate of 0.185 (below their season average of 0.222), while the Horned Frogs posted a mark of 0.108 (below their season average of 0.238). Oklahoma was led by Kristian Doolittle, who recorded 21 points, 10 rebounds and five assists. Kerwin Roach II, meanwhile played a pivotal role for Texas with 16 points.
In their first matchup this year, Dylan Osetkowski led the Longhorns to a 75-72 win. He registered a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Texas was effective at getting to and converting from the charity stripe. The Longhorns made 20 of their 25 free throws (80.0 percent), while the Sooners were 11-13 (84.6 percent).
The offense of Oklahoma (241st in the nation with an offensive efficiency of 102.3) will clash against the top-notch defense of Texas (98th in the nation with a defensive efficiency of 99.4). The Longhorns should have the edge on that end of the court.
Texas Longhorns vs. Oklahoma Sooners Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Texas, ATS Winner – Texas, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Texas ranks 61st in three pointers attempted per game (25.2) while Oklahoma ranks 235th (19.8).
- The Longhorns rank 55th in blocks per game (4.1) while the Sooners rank 136th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
- Texas ranks 35th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while Oklahoma ranks 96th (12.5).
- The Sooners rank 37th in rebounds per game (38.7) while the Longhorns rank 181st (34.9).
- Texas ranks 44th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while Oklahoma ranks 142nd (6.7).
Bettings Trends:
- The Longhorns’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 6.8, up from 5.6 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Sooners have scored an average of 64.6 points per game (6.6 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.2 points per game (0.9 above their season average).
