Clash at Gallagher-Iba Arena: Oklahoma State Cowboys to Host New Orleans Privateers
As the Oklahoma State Cowboys prepare to welcome the New Orleans Privateers to Gallagher-Iba Arena, fans can anticipate a competitive matchup. The Cowboys have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, with performances that could be crucial in determining their approach against the Privateers.
In their last game at Barclays Center against Notre Dame's Fighting Irish, the Cowboys narrowly missed victory with a final score of 64-66. Despite this loss, there were positive takeaways; notably, they managed to keep personal fouls down and showed resilience by pushing the game into overtime. Their shooting from beyond the arc was lackluster at 20 percent, which is an area they'll look to improve upon.
The previous encounter saw them again scoring 64 points against St. Bonaventure's Bonnies but falling short by two points once more. The team demonstrated better ball distribution with 16 assists and improved three-point shooting at 30 percent but struggled with turnovers and personal fouls.
However, it was on their home court where the Cowboys truly shone. Dominating Sam Houston State Bearkats with an impressive scoreline of 85-70 showcased what they're capable of when playing in familiar territory. Their three-point shooting was exceptional at approximately 52 percent and coupled with strong defensive play resulted in a comfortable win.
The upcoming game promises excitement as Gallagher-Iba Arena has been a fortress for Oklahoma State historically. With recent performances indicating an upward trend in offensive production and home-court advantage on their side, fans should expect high energy and strategic gameplay from the Cowboys.
Mark your calendars for November 21st at 1:00 AM UTC as Oklahoma State takes on New Orleans Privateers right here in Stillwater's iconic venue—Gallagher-Iba Arena. Fans unable to attend can catch all the action live on ESPN+, ensuring not a moment is missed from what is set up to be an enthralling contest.