Arizona vs Oklahoma State Picks and Prediction – 1/22/2025

The Arizona Wildcats (11-6, 5-1 Big 12) are set to face the Oklahoma State Cowboys (10-7, 2-4 Big 12) on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The game is scheduled to tip off at 9:00 PM ET and will be broadcast on ESPNU. Get in on the action with our free NCAAB picks.

Arizona aims to rebound from a recent conference loss and avoid consecutive Big 12 defeats. The Wildcats have been strong this season, boasting a 5-1 conference record. Their offensive prowess has been evident, with the team averaging 82.4 points per game. Guard Caleb Love has been a standout performer, contributing significantly to the team's scoring and playmaking efforts, however maybe not as prolific as fans expected from him this season. Love has put up 14.9 points and 4.4 rebounds per game this season.

Oklahoma State, currently holding a 2-4 conference record, looks to leverage their home-court advantage to improve their standing. The Cowboys have demonstrated resilience, with forward Abou Ousmane providing a strong presence in the paint, averaging 5.8 rebounds and one block per game. Their defense will be crucial in countering Arizona's high-scoring offense. Oklahoma State has underperformed expectations and are running out of time to get things together.

Both Arizona and Oklahoma State have been average teams that have not lived up to the potential of their talent. That being said, Oklahoma State is at home and catching almost double digits on the spread. The Cowboys are the clear play here and we will take them to cover. Prediction: Arizona wins but doesn't cover 78-74.