The Oklahoma State Cowboys (11-19, 4-13 Big 12) welcome the West Virginia Mountaineers (12-18, 4-13 Big 12) to Gallagher-Iba Arena as the regular season comes to a conclusion. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 9, 2019, and will air on ESPNews.
West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Cowboys barely escaped the Baylor Bears 67-64, while the Mountaineers beat the Iowa State Cyclones 90-75.
West Virginia played a flawless game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 46.2 (above their season average of 36.6) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.558 (above their season average of 0.472). Iowa State recorded marks of 33.3 and 0.492, respectively, for those same stats. Meanwhile, Oklahoma State’s turnover percentage was their largest strength over Baylor. The Cowboys had a rate of 7.7 (better than their season average of 16.6), while the Bears posted a mark of 12.6. Isaac Likekele played a key role for Oklahoma State with 23 points, nine rebounds and six assists. West Virginia, meanwhile, was led by Jermaine Haley, who finished with 28 points and seven rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Likekele led the Cowboys to an 85-77 victory. He put up 23 points and nine rebounds. Getting to the charity stripe was one of Oklahoma State’s largest strengths. They made 31 trips to the line, while West Virginia went 24 times.
This game should be a battle of opposite styles. West Virginia prefers an up-tempo style of play (67th in possessions per game), while Oklahoma State is methodical (305th in possessions per game).
West Virginia Mountaineers vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Free Pick
Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Oklahoma State, ATS Winner – Oklahoma State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- West Virginia ranks 22nd in rebounds per game (39.2) while Oklahoma State ranks 195th (34.3).
- The Cowboys rank 171st in steals per game (5.6) while the Mountaineers rank 209th in steals allowed per game (8.5).
- The Mountaineers rank 114th in three pointers attempted per game (23.3) while the Cowboys rank 219th in three pointers allowed per game (24.3).
- Oklahoma State averages 4.0 blocks per game, which ranks 51st in the country. West Virginia ranks 116th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
Bettings Trends:
- The Mountaineers’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 2.0, down from 3.7 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Cowboys have scored an average of 65.6 points per game (1.8 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (1.9 above their season average).
