The Kansas Jayhawks are set to face off against the Oklahoma State Cowboys, with the Jayhawks riding a four-game winning streak, including a 90-82 win over BYU in their last outing, where they averaged 72.6 points per game over their last five contests. Oklahoma State, on the other hand, has been struggling, with a 2-3 record over their last five games, including a 99-92 win over BYU, where they averaged 79 points per game. The Cowboys have been outscored by 6.0 points per game over this stretch, which could be a concern as they face off against a Kansas team that has been outscoring their opponents by 1.8 points per game over their last five contests. Kansas has a 19-6 overall record, while Oklahoma State sits at 16-9, and this game could have real consequences for both teams' tournament hopes, with Kansas firmly on the top-16 seed line and Oklahoma State needing quality wins to build their resume.
The Oklahoma State Cowboys have been on a rollercoaster ride lately, with their last five games featuring a mix of high-scoring affairs and defensive struggles, including a 92-95 loss to TCU and a 47-84 loss to Arizona. They have allowed an average of 85 points per game over their last five contests, which could be a problem against a Kansas team that has been averaging 72.6 points per game over their last five games. Kansas, led by the Kansas Jayhawks, has been playing solid basketball, with a 4-1 record over their last five games, including an 82-78 win over Arizona and a 71-59 win over Utah. They have been outscoring their opponents by 1.8 points per game over this stretch, which could give them an edge in this matchup. The Jayhawks have also been playing well on the road, with a 64-61 win over Texas Tech in their last away game.
Key Matchups
The individual matchups in this game matters, with several players on both teams looking to make a statement. Kansas has been led by their strong team defense, which has allowed an average of 70.8 points per game over their last five contests. Oklahoma State, on the other hand, has been relying on their high-powered offense, which has averaged 79 points per game over their last five games. The Cowboys must find a way to slow down the Kansas offense, which has been clicking on all cylinders lately, averaging 72.6 points per game over their last five contests. Oklahoma State's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a 2-3 record over their last five games, including a 99-92 win over BYU and a 81-69 win over Utah. Kansas, on the other hand, has been on a roll, with a 4-1 record over their last five games, including a 90-82 win over BYU and a 71-59 win over Utah.
The trend data suggests that Kansas has the edge in this matchup, with a 4-1 record over their last five games, compared to Oklahoma State's 2-3 record. Kansas has also been outscoring their opponents by 1.8 points per game over their last five contests, while Oklahoma State has been outscored by 6.0 points per game. The Jayhawks have been playing solid basketball, with a 9-3 record in conference play, while the Cowboys have struggled, with a 4-8 record in conference play. Kansas has a 19-6 overall record, while Oklahoma State sits at 16-9, and this game could have real consequences for both teams' tournament hopes. The over/under for this game is set at 156.5, which could be a good bet given the high-scoring nature of both teams, with Kansas averaging 72.6 points per game over their last five contests and Oklahoma State averaging 79 points per game over their last five games.
CHD Scout Prediction
Kansas
82
Oklahoma State
74
The CHD Scout prediction has Kansas winning by 8.4 points, with a 23.7% win probability for Oklahoma State. This prediction makes sense given the trend data, which suggests that Kansas has the edge in this matchup. Kansas has been outscoring their opponents by 1.8 points per game over their last five contests, while Oklahoma State has been outscored by 6.0 points per game. The Jayhawks have also been playing solid basketball, with a 4-1 record over their last five games, including a 90-82 win over BYU and a 71-59 win over Utah. Oklahoma State, on the other hand, has been struggling, with a 2-3 record over their last five games, including a 99-92 win over BYU and a 81-69 win over Utah. The Jayhawks' strong team defense, which has allowed an average of 70.8 points per game over their last five contests, could be the difference-maker in this game.
The margin of victory is expected to be significant, with Kansas favored by 5.5 points, according to the Vegas odds. The over/under for this game is set at 156.5, which could be a good bet given the high-scoring nature of both teams. Kansas has been averaging 72.6 points per game over their last five contests, while Oklahoma State has been averaging 79 points per game over their last five games. The Jayhawks have also been playing well on the road, with a 64-61 win over Texas Tech in their last away game. Oklahoma State, on the other hand, has been struggling at home, with a 2-3 record over their last five games, including a 92-95 loss to TCU and a 99-92 win over BYU. The Cowboys must find a way to slow down the Kansas offense, which has been clicking on all cylinders lately, averaging 72.6 points per game over their last five contests.
Tournament Stakes
A win for Kansas would solidify their position on the top-16 seed line, while a loss could drop them down to the 5- or 6-seed line. For Oklahoma State, a win would be a significant boost to their tournament resume, which is currently lacking in quality wins. The Cowboys need to prove that they can compete with the top teams in the conference, and a win over Kansas would be a major statement. A loss, on the other hand, would likely drop them out of the tournament picture altogether, with their current NET rank of 72 and quad record of 1-6 Q1, 6-3 Q2, 2-0 Q3, and 7-0 Q4. Kansas, on the other hand, has a strong tournament resume, with a 7-6 Q1 record and a 14 NET rank, and a win would only add to their already impressive credentials. The tournament stakes are high in this matchup, with both teams looking to make a statement and improve their chances of making a deep run in the tournament. Oklahoma State's recent form has been a mixed bag, with a 2-3 record over their last five games, including a 99-92 win over BYU and a 81-69 win over Utah, and they must find a way to slow down the Kansas offense, which has been averaging 72.6 points per game over their last five contests.