Cowboys vs Shockers: NIT Showdown

0:00On March 20th, Oklahoma State Cowboys faced the Wichita State Shockers in the second round of the National Invitation Tournament. The second-seated Cowboys pulled out an 84-80 win over the wildcats in the first round, rallying from a 14-point hole. Meanwhile, the third-seated shockers handled Wyoming 74-70. Wichita State wrapped up the season at 23 wins and 11 losses, grabbing second place in the American Athletic Conference Tournament. They rely heavily on senior guard Kenyan Giles, who averages 19.1 points per game, and ranks among the top 50 scores nationally. The Cowboys struggled early against the wildcats, giving up 50 points in the first half and 15 points off turnovers. Standouts like Kanye Clary with 20 points and Christian Coleman's double-double of 15 points and 13 rebounds got them the win. But three leading scores, Anthony Roy, victorious Miller and Isaiah Coleman sat out due to suspension, while Parcifala remained sideline by injury.

1:03It's unclear if those suspended players were returned for Sunday's match-up. So OSU will lean on Coleman, Clary, and reserves like Ryan Crowdy and Jalen, Curry to step up. Crowdy scored zero in 23 minutes last time, and Curry needs better efficiency after going three for nine. The Cowboys know a repeat of their shaky start, could end their season against this tough shocker squad, so expect them to tighten defense and find. More balance if they want to advance.