The Oklahoma State Cowboys (7-1) welcome the No. 6 Wichita State Shockers (7-1) in a matchup that pits phenomenal offense against exceptional defense. The game starts at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, December 9, 2017, and will air on ESPN2.
Wichita State Shockers vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys ATS Prediction
The last time the Shockers played, they topped the South Dakota State Jackrabbits, 95-85. The Shockers held the Jackrabbits to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.1 (below their season average of 28.4) and had a turnover percentage of 11.8 (better than their season average of 15.4). With 21 points on 8-for-13 shooting, Landry Shamet led Wichita State in scoring.
The Cowboys had no trouble getting past the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils in their last matchup, 83-62. The Cowboys knocked down 10 of their 14 free throws (71.4 percent), while the Delta Devils had a turnover percentage of 24.0 (above their season average of 15.9). With 11 points and nine rebounds, Oklahoma State’s Cameron McGriff put together a solid performance.
The game should be a matchup of strength against strength as the productive offense of Oklahoma State takes on the stingy defense of Wichita State. Since last season, the Cowboys rank 13th in offensive efficiency, while the Shockers are 11th in defensive efficiency. Furthermore, the Shockers rank 48th in turnover percentage (16.7 percent), while the Cowboys rank 56th in opponents’ turnover percentage (21.3 percent).
The Cowboys won the only game against the Shockers last season, 93-76. Oklahoma State made 14 of their 28 three pointers (50.0 percent). Wichita State was, on the other hand, just 3-17 (17.6 percent).
Wichita State Shockers vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Pick
Predictions: SU Winner – Wichita State, ATS Winner – Wichita State, O/U – Over
Notes
Betting Notes (2016-Present):
Oklahoma State ranks 46th in three pointers allowed per game (19.0) while Wichita State ranks 214th (22.5).
The Shockers rank 12th in assists allowed per game (10.3) while the Cowboys rank 148th (13.1).
Wichita State averages 4.1 blocks per game, which ranks 79th in the nation. Oklahoma State ranks 191st in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
The Cowboys rank 46th in steals per game (7.5) while the Shockers rank 154th (6.2).
Wichita State ranks 11th in rebounds per game (41.7) while Oklahoma State ranks 91st (37.4).
