The top-ranked Baylor Bears (20-1, 9-0 Big 12) welcome the Oklahoma State Cowboys (11-11, 1-8 Big 12) to Ferrell Center. The Bears look to extend their 19-game winning streak. The game starts at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020, and will air on ESPN2.
Oklahoma State Cowboys at Baylor Bears ATS Odds
Both teams beat their last opponent. The Bears defeated the Kansas State Wildcats 73-67, while the Cowboys beat the TCU Horned Frogs 72-57.
Oklahoma State dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.6 (better than their season average of 16.3) and a free throw rate of 0.321 (above their season average of 0.225). TCU was 21.3 and 0.241, respectively, for those same stats. The Bears, meanwhile, forced 16 turnovers and held the Wildcats to an offensive rebounding percentage of 20.7 (below their season average of 29.4). Baylor was lifted by MaCio Teague, who finished with 15 points. Isaac Likekele, meanwhile was a key piece for Oklahoma State with 15 points, 11 assists and six rebounds.
In their first matchup this year, Jared Butler led the Bears to a 75-68 win. He recorded 17 points and six assists. One of Baylor’s biggest strengths was their ability to convert at the free throw line. They were 19-23 (82.6 percent), while the Cowboys were 12-15 (80.0 percent).
Baylor could have their way on the defensive side of the ball as they battle against one of the worst offenses in the country. The Bears rank 14th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.439), while Oklahoma State is 319th in effective field goal percentage (0.462).
Oklahoma State Cowboys at Baylor Bears Free Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – Baylor, ATS Winner – Oklahoma State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Baylor ranks 57th in three pointers allowed per game (19.5) while Oklahoma State ranks 264th (25.9).
- The Bears average 13.9 assists per game, which ranks 91st in the NCAA. The Cowboys rank 172nd in assists allowed per game (13.5).
- Baylor ranks 44th in steals per game (8.0) while Oklahoma State ranks 76th (7.2).
- The Bears rank 60th in rebounds per game (38.4) while the Cowboys rank 217th in rebounds allowed per game (36.7).
- Oklahoma State ranks 65th in blocks per game (3.8) while Baylor ranks 163rd in blocks allowed per game (5.0).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bears’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 10.2, down from 13.8 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Cowboys have scored an average of 69.2 points per game (2.2 above their season average) and allowed an average of 71.0 points per game (5.5 above their season average).
