The Texas Longhorns (10-4, 2-0 Big 12) put their five-game winning streak on the line when they take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys (6-8, 0-2 Big 12) at Gallagher-Iba Arena. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 8, 2019, and will air on ESPNU.
Texas Longhorns vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys ATS Prediction
In the Longhorns’ last contest, they defeated the Eastern Illinois Panthers, 71-59. Texas’ effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over Eastern Illinois. The Longhorns had a rate of 0.577, while the Panthers posted a mark of 0.411. Texas received a boost from Matt Coleman III, who was the game’s leading scorer with 13 points on 5-for-9 shooting.
The Cowboys lost a tough one against the Charlotte 49ers in their last game, 66-64. One of Charlotte’s largest advantages 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.
After splitting two games last season, this will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams. In the most recent contest, the Longhorns won 65-64. The Longhorns had a better free throw rate (0.232 vs. 0.190) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (34.3 vs. 29.7).
Oklahoma State might struggle to find the bottom of the net as they battle against one of the nation’s best defenses. Texas ranks 44th in defensive efficiency, while the Cowboys rank 259th in offensive efficiency.
Texas Longhorns at Oklahoma State Cowboys Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Oklahoma State, ATS Winner – Texas, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Texas ranks 52nd in three pointers attempted per game (26.3) while Oklahoma State ranks 199th in three pointers allowed per game (24.8).
The Longhorns rank ninth in steals allowed per game (4.6) while the Cowboys rank 134th (6.9).
Texas ranks seventh in assists allowed per game (9.4) while Oklahoma State ranks 130th (13.3).
The Longhorns rank 27th in blocks per game (4.9) while the Cowboys rank 58th in blocks allowed per game (2.9).
Texas averages 36.6 rebounds per game, which ranks 121st in the country. Oklahoma State ranks 147th in rebounds allowed per game (35.6).
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The Longhorns’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.0, up from 8.9 for the season.
During their last five games, the Cowboys have scored an average of 71.6 points per game (1.5 above their season average) and allowed an average of 65.0 points per game (4.7 below their season average).
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