It will be a contest between two superb defenses when the Oklahoma State Cowboys (9-6, 0-3 Big 12) meet the Texas Longhorns (11-4, 1-2 Big 12) at Gallagher-Iba Arena. The game begins at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
Texas Longhorns vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Odds
In their last game, the Cowboys lost to the TCU Horned Frogs, 52-40, while the Longhorns beat the Kansas State Wildcats, 64-50.
The Longhorns had a great effective field goal percentage of 0.592 (above their season average of 0.506), while the Wildcats had a free throw rate of 0.093 (below their season average of 0.219). Oklahoma State, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (18.7 vs. 19.1). Oklahoma State was led by Cameron McGriff, who finished with 11 points and six rebounds. Matt Coleman III, meanwhile played a key role for Texas with 14 points.
This was a highly competitive series last year. Each won one of the two games played against each other last season. In the last contest, the Longhorns won 69-57. Texas did a great job of converting from the charity stripe (16-18; 88.9 percent). Oklahoma State, on the other hand, had a better turnover percentage (12.9 vs. 16.7). This is the first time these teams will meet this year.
Oklahoma State might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they battle against one of the nation’s best defenses. Texas currently ranks 47th in defensive efficiency while the Cowboys rank 291st in offensive efficiency.
Texas Longhorns at Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Texas, ATS Winner – Texas, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- Texas ranks sixth in three pointers allowed per game (15.7) while Oklahoma State ranks 245th (25.5).
- The Longhorns rank 38th in blocks allowed per game (2.7) while the Cowboys rank 57th (2.9).
- Oklahoma State ranks 100th in rebounds per game (37.2) while Texas ranks 115th in rebounds allowed per game (34.5).
- The Longhorns rank 12th in assists allowed per game (9.2) while the Cowboys rank 116th (12.4).
- Oklahoma State averages 7.6 steals per game, which ranks 71st in the country. Texas ranks 91st in steals allowed per game (6.3).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Longhorns have scored an average of 61.4 points per game (5.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 61.8 points per game (1.1 above their season average).
- The Cowboys have been outscored by an average of 6.0 points in their last five games. For the season, Oklahoma State has defeated opponents by an average of 4.1 points.
