Oklahoma State Cowboys Outrun Kansas City Roos with Fast Breaks and Paint Dominance

The Oklahoma State Cowboys improved their record to 1-0 after a commanding performance against the Kansas City Roos, who now stand at 0-1. The game concluded with a score of 91-79 in favor of the Pokes, showcasing their offensive prowess and strategic dominance on both ends of the court.

First Half

The first half set the tone for Oklahoma State's victory as they surged ahead with a strong offensive display, scoring 48 points. Their fast break efficiency was evident as they accumulated 27 fast break points throughout the game. Jaylen Curry played a pivotal role in orchestrating plays, contributing significantly to the team's overall assists tally of 18.

Second Half

In the second half, Oklahoma State maintained their momentum by focusing on paint dominance. They scored an impressive total of 56 points in the paint, which proved crucial in extending their lead over Kansas City. Benjamin Ahmed's presence was felt defensively as he contributed to one of five blocks that helped stifle any comeback attempts by the Roos.

Kansas City's Efforts

Despite trailing behind, Kansas City made notable efforts to close the gap. They managed an effective free throw percentage of 82 percent and capitalized on turnovers by scoring 18 points off them. However, their field goal percentage lagged at just 37 percent compared to Oklahoma State's efficient shooting performance.

Looking ahead, fans can catch Oklahoma State Cowboys' next matchup against Cal State Fullerton Titans at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater on December 21st at 2:00 PM EDT via ESPN+. Stay tuned for more action from this promising team and share this article with fellow fans!