Oklahoma State vs UCF Prediction 2/19/25 College Basketball Picks Today
UCF (13-12) vs. Oklahoma State (12-13)
February 19, 2025 9:00 pm EDT
The Line: Oklahoma State -1.5; Over/Under: 160.5
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In this article, we will formulate an Oklahoma State vs UCF Prediction for this college basketball game on Wednesday, February 19th, at the Gallagher-Iba Arena. Let’s take a look at an Oklahoma State Cowboys vs UCF Knights pick.
Oklahoma State is Struggling
Oklahoma State is really struggling heading into this game and all season that has been the case. Two games ago against TCU, they were competitive, but they ended up losing 73-72. In the last game against Texas Tech, it wasn’t as close and they ended up losing 92-55. At halftime, they were down 43-24 and they couldn’t bounce back. Marchelus Avery had a strong game putting up 13 points and five rebounds, but he was the only player that really found success with the offense.
Oklahoma State currently sits with a 12-13 record overall and they have gone 10-15 record overall. At home this season they have gone 9-3 straight up. Oklahoma State is averaging 872.2 points while their defense is giving up 75.2 points per game. The offense is ranked 240th in the league while the defense is ranked 278th. Marchelus Avery is averaging 12.2 points while shooting 43.5 percent from the field and 37 percent from behind the three-point line.
UCF is Suddenly Struggling
UCF is suddenly struggling heading into this game and they have lost six games in a row. Two games ago against Iowa State, they lost 77-65 and in the last game against Colorado, they lost 76-63. In the second half, they were outscored 38-27 and that led to the defeat. Keyshawn Hall had a strong game putting up 19 points, nine rebounds, and one assist. Darius Johnson put up 15 points, three rebounds, and one assist.
UCF sits with a 13-12 record overall and they have gone 11-14 against the spread. Away from home this season they sit with a 2-5 record overall. UCF is averaging 78.4 points while their defense is giving up 79.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 79th in the league while the defense is ranked 347th. Keyshawn Hall has been the top player this season for UCF, averaging 18.5 points while shooting 45 percent from the field and 38.3 percent from behind the three-point line. UCF will play against Utah, Kansas State, TCU, Oklahoma State, and West Virginia following this one.
Oklahoma State vs UCF Prediction
Oklahoma State is going to find success in this game. At home, they have been a solid team this year, and I just don’t trust the UCF defense. UCF is giving up 79.4 points per game and they are going to have some major issues again here. Oklahoma State hasn’t been exactly known for their offense but they are going to have no issue putting on a show here. This is going to be a comfortable victory for Oklahoma State. Back Oklahoma State against the spread.
