Cowboys Corral Horned Frogs at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Conference Showdown

In a closely contested conference game at Gallagher-Iba Arena, the Oklahoma State Cowboys emerged victorious over the Horned Frogs with a final score of 79-73. The Cowboys' season record now stands at an unranked position, while the Horned Frogs hold a rank of 15. The home team's triumph was marked by their ability to outscore their opponents in both halves, posting 43 points in the first and adding another 36 in the second.

The Oklahoma State Cowboys showcased an impressive offensive performance, shooting an overall field goal percentage of 53 percent compared to the Horned Frogs' more modest rate of 42 percent. The Cowboys were particularly effective inside, with a two-point field goal percentage of 58 percent resulting in a dominant 42 points scored in the paint. Their three-point shooting also proved fruitful as they hit eight out of nineteen attempts for a solid three-point percentage of 42.

Defensively, both teams were evenly matched with four blocks each. However, it was on rebounds where Oklahoma State showed superiority by collecting a total of thirty-three rebounds—twenty-six defensive and five offensive—giving them an edge over TCU's twenty-nine total rebounds.

The visiting Horned Frogs did not go down without a fight; they managed to steal possession eleven times and converted these opportunities into twenty-three points off turnovers. Their free throw accuracy was notable as well, sinking fifteen out of seventeen attempts for an impressive free throw percentage rounded up to eighty-eight percent.

Despite committing one more turnover than TCU's fifteen and having fewer steals (five), Oklahoma State maintained control throughout much of the game thanks to their balanced attack that featured fourteen assists and contributions across the roster.

As fans look ahead, they can anticipate another exciting matchup when the Oklahoma State Cowboys host Texas Tech Red Raiders at Gallagher-Iba Arena on February eighth at seven PM local time. This upcoming game will be available for fans to watch on ESPN+, ensuring that supporters won't miss any action from Stillwater's iconic venue.