Oklahoma State Cowboys Set to Battle South Carolina State Bulldogs at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Men's Basketball

As the Oklahoma State Cowboys prepare to host the South Carolina State Bulldogs at Gallagher-Iba Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting game of men's basketball. The Cowboys, coming off a string of impressive performances, look poised to continue their winning ways.

In their last outing on December 17 against Oral Roberts' Golden Eagles, the OKST displayed an offensive masterclass, racking up 81 points with a remarkable field goal percentage of 50 percent and an even more impressive three-point percentage of 47 percent. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood at an efficient 2.18, showcasing their ability to share the ball effectively while minimizing mistakes.

Defensively, OKST has shown they can hold their ground as well. Against Tulsa's Golden Hurricane on December 10, they managed nine steals and capitalized on turnovers by scoring 17 points off them. This defensive prowess will be crucial when facing SCST.

The Bulldogs should not be underestimated though; they bring their own set of skills to the court that could pose challenges for OKST. However, given the recent form and home-court advantage for Oklahoma State Cowboys – not forgetting the roaring support from fans that fill every seat within Gallagher-Iba Arena – it seems likely that OKST will dictate the pace and control this upcoming game.

The key for victory will lie in maintaining their shooting efficiency from beyond the arc and continuing to exploit fast-break opportunities while tightening up any defensive lapses that have been seen in past games.

Looking ahead to December 31st at 3:00 PM local time in Stillwater, all eyes will be on whether OKST can execute under pressure and deliver another win before ringing in the new year. Fans eager not to miss a second of this thrilling matchup can catch all the action live on ESPN+.