The Oklahoma State Cowboys (4-5) go head-to-head with the Nebraska Cornhuskers (8-2) at Sanford Pentagon. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, December 16, 2018.
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Free Prediction
The last time Nebraska played, they dismantled the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, 106-37. The Cornhuskers had a much better effective field goal percentage (0.659 vs. 0.199) and had a much better turnover percentage (12.1 vs. 20.2). James Palmer Jr. was a key piece for Nebraska with 17 points and five assists.
The Cowboys lost a close one to the Charlotte 49ers in their last contest, 66-64. One of Charlotte’s biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 19-21 (90.5 percent), while the Cowboys were 14-18 (77.8 percent). With 17 points on 4-for-10 shooting, Cameron McGriff led Oklahoma State in scoring.
The offense of Oklahoma State will square off against the elite defense of Nebraska. Dating back to last season, the Cowboys rank 141st in offensive efficiency, while the Cornhuskers are eighth in defensive efficiency. The Cornhuskers figure to have the advantage on that end of the court.
Nebraska vs. Oklahoma State Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Oklahoma State, ATS Winner – Nebraska, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Nebraska ranks sixth in assists allowed per game (11.6) while Oklahoma State ranks 106th (12.7).
The Cornhuskers average 6.6 steals per game, which ranks 22nd in the nation. The Cowboys rank 115th in steals allowed per game (6.3).
Nebraska ranks third in three pointers allowed per game (17.8) while Oklahoma State ranks 86th (20.9).
The Cornhuskers rank 87th in rebounds per game (36.4) while the Cowboys rank 153rd in rebounds allowed per game (35.2).
Nebraska ranks 13th in blocks per game (5.5) while Oklahoma State ranks 55th in blocks allowed per game (2.8).
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