UTSA Roadrunners at Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Prediction

betdsiArticles, Basketball, College Basketball

The Oklahoma State Cowboys (0-1) open their home schedule at Gallagher-Iba Arena against the UTSA Roadrunners (0-2). The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. ET on Wednesday, November 14, 2018.

UTSA Roadrunners at Oklahoma State Cowboys ATS Odds

Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Cowboys lost a winnable game to the Charlotte 49ers, 66-64, while the Roadrunners lost big to the Oklahoma Sooners, 87-67.

UTSA had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 25.7) while Oklahoma State had a much better turnover percentage (21.6 vs. 28.5). Oklahoma State was lifted by Cameron McGriff, who finished with 17 points and six rebounds. Keaton Wallace, meanwhile had a good game for UTSA, contributing 16 points.

The battle on the backboards could prove decisive, pitting strength against strength. The Cowboys rank 37th in offensive rebounding percentage (33.9 percent), while UTSA ranks 54th in defensive rebounding percentage (74.4 percent) since last season.

UTSA Roadrunners vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Odds Pick

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

Betting Notes (2017-Present):

  • Oklahoma State ranks 56th in three pointers allowed per game (19.8) while UTSA ranks 264th (24.2).
  • The Cowboys average 37.3 rebounds per game, which ranks 87th in the nation. The Roadrunners rank 288th in rebounds allowed per game (38.3).
  • Oklahoma State averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 72nd in the nation. UTSA ranks 145th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).