Tarleton State Texans vs Oklahoma State Cowboys NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/18/24
Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Texans and Cowboys. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Cowboys at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, OK. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 140.5 points, and Oklahoma State is favored by -21.5 at home against Tarleton State.
TARLETON STATE TEXANS VS OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Oklahoma State Cowboys -21.5
This game will be played at Gallagher-Iba Arena at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 18th.
WHY BET THE OKLAHOMA STATE COWBOYS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 90-60 in favor of the Cowboys.
- Not only will Oklahoma State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -21.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 150 points.
Are Tarleton State Ready for a Road Win?
Tarleton State Texans Recent Game/Games
Tarleton State dropped to 1-9 on the season following a 67-62 loss to UTEP on Monday, December 16th. The Texans were +15 point underdogs going into the game but managed to keep it closer than expected. The combined points for the game ended at 129, just under the O/U line of 130.5.
After trailing 32-23 at halftime, Tarleton State put up a fight in the 2nd half, outscoring UTEP 39-35. Despite the loss, the Texans showed some resilience by covering the spread on the road.
Tarleton State put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 33.3% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 55%, and they hit 78.3% of their free throws, going 18-for-23 from the line.
Otis Frazier III and Bubu Benjamin each scored 18 points, with Benjamin shooting 50% from the field. Keitenn Bristow added 13 points, shooting 66.7% overall. The Texans recorded 9 assists and 6 offensive rebounds in the game.
Tarleton State Texans gave up 67 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 42% from the field on 19/45 shooting. The Texans held them to 44% shooting on two-point attempts, as they went 13/29.
From beyond the arc, the Texans allowed 6 threes on 16 attempts, a 37% shooting clip. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 33 times, where they made 23, shooting 69%. Tarleton State gave up 10 offensive rebounds.
Does Oklahoma State Have What it Takes to Win as Home Favorites?
Oklahoma State Cowboys Recent Game/Games
The Cowboys dropped to 6-3 on the season after losing 80-65 to the Sooners on Saturday. Oklahoma State entered the game as +4.5 underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game ended at 145, falling short of the 153.5 O/U line.
Oklahoma State struggled early, trailing 43-26 at halftime. While they outscored Oklahoma 39-37 in the second half, it wasn’t enough to close the gap.
Oklahoma State managed just 65 points in their last game, shooting 39.3% from the field and 27.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 42.9%, and they hit 64% of their free throws, going 16-for-25.
Sam Godwin was a standout, scoring 20 points and grabbing 14 rebounds, shooting 71.4% from the field. Marchelus Avery added 19 points, hitting 3-of-4 from beyond the arc, while Jeremiah Fears contributed 17 points and 5 assists.
Oklahoma State’s defense gave up 80 points, with their opponent shooting 39% from the field, hitting 22 of 56 shots. Inside the arc, they allowed 44% shooting, with 17 of 38 two-point attempts going in.
From three-point range, Oklahoma State held their opponent to 5 of 18 shooting, or 27%. At the free-throw line, their opponent made 16 of 25 attempts, shooting 64%. Oklahoma State also gave up 14 offensive rebounds.