The Oklahoma State Cowboys and Nebraska Cornhuskers will meet up for an exciting Big Ten-Big Twelve matchup on Sunday. Nebraska has been one of the better teams in the country so far this season, while Oklahoma State is looking for a big victory. Oklahoma State has struggled to score points this season, and Nebraska doesn’t give them up.
Oklahoma State brings a 4-5 record into this game, and they have lost three straight games. The Cowboys do have an impressive victory over the LSU Tigers on their resume so far this season, but they are capable of playing better. Nebraska is 8-2 on the season and has gone 1-1 in their first Big Ten games. The Cornhuskers got a huge win over rival Creighton in their last game, and bring momentum into this game. Nebraska is -6.0 over Oklahoma State in this game.
Cowboys Looking For Offense
The Oklahoma State Cowboys have struggled on both ends of the floor this season, but their offense has been a bigger issue. The Cowboys come into this game averaging just 72 points per game, but they scored just 53 points in their most recent loss to Houston. Oklahoma State shot just 35 percent from the floor in that ten point loss. The Cowboys have also been getting gashed on the defensive end of the floor, allowing 69.1 points per game.
Lindy Waters III is supposed to be the offensive star for Oklahoma State this season but has struggled to shoot the ball. Waters is averaging just 11.9 points per game and is shooting just 37 percent from the floor. Junior forward Cameron McGriff is leading the team with 14.0 points and 7.1 rebounds per game. If the Cowboys are going to pull off the upset, they will need big games from Waters and McGriff.
Nebraska Playing Pressure Defense
The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been playing incredible defense all season long, and it has led them to making an appearance in the AP Top 25. Nebraska is ranked 14th in the nation in defensive scoring average, allowing just under 60 points per game. The Huskers have been able to use their defense to generate some offense, and are averaging 79.8 points per game. Nebraska has a veteran team that should be an NCAA Tournament team come March.
Senior guard James Palmer Jr. has been the main scorer for the Cornhuskers this season. Palmer is averaging 18.7 points per game this season and will put pressure on Oklahoma State with his ability to drive the basketball. Isaac Copeland Jr. and Isaiah Roby give Nebraska a solid inside duo, combining for more than 25 points and 12 rebounds per game. The Huskers have plenty of weapons on the offensive end of the floor.
Huskers Continue To Impress With Win
The Nebraska basketball program has been building momentum for a few years, and it appears that this is their time to shine. The Huskers play great on both ends of the floor, and they will be a contender in the rugged Big Ten Conference this season. Oklahoma State struggles to score points, and they lack a true superstar to lead them. This should be a close and competitive game, but Nebraska will pull ahead late. Bet the Nebraska Cornhuskers -6.0 over Oklahoma State in this game.
