Houston vs Oklahoma State: Low-Scoring Showdown

0:00On March 7th, the Houston Cougars faced the Oklahoma State Cowboys in their regular season finale on Saturday, March 7th. A win locks in the number 2C for Houston in the Big 12 tournament. Experts predict a low scoring affair, leaning under 147.5 total points. Oklahoma State averages over 84 points per game, fresh off a 111 point outburst in overtime against UCF. But they run into Houston's stifling defense, second best in the nation, at just 62.3 points allowed per game. Even in recent losses to top teams, Houston kept scores under 140 points. Fans in better see Houston as heavy favorites, minus 12.5 on the spread, and minus 901 on the money line. Oklahoma State sits at plus 600. Road games for the Cougars against unranked foes have hit under 149 points in their last 12 tries. Key players to watch include Oklahoma State's Kingston Flemmings, expected under 18.5 points after struggling lately, and Anthony Roy.

1:04Projected over 15.5, Houston's Chris and Act Jr. should drain at least 1-3, while Christian Coleman grabs over 6.5 rebounds. Kess the action at noon eastern time on CBS from Gallagher Iba Arena in Stillwater, Oklahoma, as these teams wrap up a tense regular season.