UCF Knights vs Oklahoma State Cowboys NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/6

The UCF Knights are set to take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys in a Big 12 conference game. The game will be played at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, OK. The Cowboys are the favorites with a spread of -4.5, while the Knights come in as underdogs at +4.5.

UCF holds an impressive 12-1 record this season and is ranked #25. Oklahoma State has a 12-2 record and remains unbeaten at home. Fans can catch the game on ESPN+ at 8:00 PM ET. The over/under for the game is set at 173.5 points.

UCF Knights vs Oklahoma State Cowboys Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: UCF Knights vs Oklahoma State Cowboys
  • Venue: Gallagher-Iba Arena, Stillwater OK
  • Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
  • UCF Knights Spread: +4.5 (-115)
  • Oklahoma State Cowboys Spread: -4.5 (-110)
  • UCF Knights MoneyLine: +155
  • Oklahoma State Cowboys MoneyLine: -195
  • Over/Under: 173.5 (-111)

UCF Knights Team Preview

The UCF Knights have had a strong start to their season. They hold a record of 12-1 and are ranked #25 in the AP rankings. They play in the Big 12 Conference and have yet to play any away games this season.

The Knights are effective on offense, averaging 87.8 points per game. Their shooting is solid, with a field goal percentage of 49.2%. They also make 8.8 three-pointers per game with a 39.0% success rate, ranking them 32nd in the nation for three-point shooting.

Themus Fulks has been a key player for the Knights. He averages 13.5 points per game and has an impressive 50.0% field goal percentage. Riley Kugel also contributes significantly with 14.1 points per game and a three-point shooting percentage of 38.7%.

Oklahoma State Cowboys Team Preview

The Oklahoma State Cowboys hold a strong record this season. They stand at 12-2 overall and are perfect at home with a 10-0 record. In recent games, they have won two out of three, including a significant victory against Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, scoring 103-77.

On the offensive side, the Cowboys average 90.4 points per game. They have a field goal percentage of 48.9 and are ranked 19th in scoring. Despite their scoring, they struggle with three-point shooting, making only 7.5 per game, placing them 269th.

Anthony Roy has been a standout player for the Cowboys. He averages 17.7 points per game and has a three-point percentage of 45.9. In a recent game against Texas Tech, he scored 22 points, showing his consistency on the court.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, consider taking UCF at +4.5. Oklahoma State scores 90.4 points per game while UCF scores 87.8. However, UCF’s strong shooting from beyond the arc at 39.0% could keep the game close. UCF’s ability to rebound and assist effectively might help them cover the spread against Oklahoma State.

For the over/under pick, the recommendation is to take the over at 173.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with Oklahoma State averaging 90.4 points and UCF averaging 87.8. Their fast-paced play styles and offensive stats suggest a high-scoring game, making the over a reasonable choice.