The third-ranked Kansas Jayhawks (16-3, 5-1 Big 12) will be at Gallagher-Iba Arena to square off with the Oklahoma State Cowboys (10-9, 0-6 Big 12) in a Big 12 matchup. Action begins at 9 p.m. ET on Monday, January 27, 2020, and can be seen on ESPN.
Kansas Jayhawks vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys Betting Odds
Both teams defeated their last opponent. The Cowboys defeated the Texas A&M Aggies 73-62, while the Jayhawks beat the Tennessee Volunteers 74-68.
The Jayhawks had an absurdly low turnover percentage of 8.1 (better than their season average of 16.9) and had a free throw rate of 0.370 (above their season average of 0.225). Meanwhile, Oklahoma State’s 0.224 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Texas A&M, who had a rate of 0.153. The Cowboys’ mark was below their season average of 0.233, while the Aggies’ was below their season average of 0.275. Yor Anei led the way for Oklahoma State, putting up 11 points and nine rebounds. Udoka Azubuike, meanwhile played a key role for Kansas with 18 points and 11 rebounds.
The Jayhawks dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent matchup, Kansas won 72-67. One of Kansas’ biggest advantages was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 20-23 (87.0 percent), while the Cowboys were just 2-5 (40.0 percent). This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
Oklahoma State might struggle to put up points as they clash against one of the NCAA’s best defenses. Kansas ranks 15th in defensive efficiency, while the Cowboys rank 270th in offensive efficiency.
Kansas at Oklahoma State Odds Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Kansas, ATS Winner – Kansas, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Kansas ranks 44th in rebounds allowed per game (31.9) while Oklahoma State ranks 196th (36.5).
- The Jayhawks average 4.7 blocks per game, which ranks 30th in the NCAA. The Cowboys rank 105th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
- Kansas ranks 36th in steals per game (8.3) while Oklahoma State ranks 106th in steals allowed per game (6.4).
- The Jayhawks rank 52nd in assists per game (14.9) while the Cowboys rank 163rd in assists allowed per game (13.4).
- Oklahoma State ranks 163rd in three pointers attempted per game (21.4) while Kansas ranks 259th in three pointers allowed per game (25.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Jayhawks have scored an average of 68.4 points per game (8.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 60.8 points per game (0.1 below their season average).
- The Cowboys have been outscored by an average of 5.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Oklahoma State has defeated opponents by an average of 2.4 points.
