- Matchup: Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Northwestern Wildcats
- Scheduled Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
- Venue: United Center, Chicago, IL
- Broadcast: Peacock
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The Northwestern Wildcats (5-1) are set to challenge the undefeated Oklahoma State Cowboys (6-0) at the United Center this Thursday.
In their recent outing, the Oklahoma State Cowboys triumphed over Nicholls State with a score of 95-81. They recorded an impressive shooting percentage of 52.5% (31 of 59) from the field and converted 8 out of 20 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Cowboys excelled, sinking 25 of 27 attempts for a remarkable 92.6%. On the boards, they secured 33 rebounds including 4 offensive ones. The team also facilitated 18 assists while surrendering possession 16 times and making 10 steals. Defensively, Oklahoma State allowed their opponents to shoot 43.5% from the field, with Nicholls State completing 30 of 69 attempts. Nicholls State had 18 assists and recorded 8 steals, while pulling down 32 total rebounds (10 offensive, 22 defensive). The visitors finished the game shooting 64.7% from the charity stripe, making 11 of their 17 attempts, and struggled beyond the perimeter, converting only 10 of 37 attempts. Both teams committed 15 fouls.
Key player Jaylen Curry contributed significantly, scoring 30 points on an efficient 8 of 11 shooting in 30 minutes of play. He also gathered 6 rebounds and distributed 10 assists.
Currently, Oklahoma State boasts a perfect record of 6-0 this season. They average 93.2 points per game, ranking 21st in Division 1, while shooting 49.7% from the field. Their three-point shooting stands at 33.8% (48 of 142) and they hold a free throw percentage of 76.1%. The team averages 44.0 rebounds per game and has tallied 103 assists thus far, ranking 126th nationally in assists. The Cowboys turn the ball over 14.8 times per game and commit 17.8 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Cowboys force 14.8 turnovers per game and incur 20.8 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot just 29.2% from three-point range and rank 198th in Division 1 for points allowed per game at 74.3. Opponents shoot 38.8% against them (151 of 389), and they allow an average of 34.3 rebounds per game, ranking 205th nationally in assists allowed with 87 given up this season.
Recently, the Northwestern Wildcats edged out South Carolina with a close 79-77 victory. In that contest, they collected 18 defensive rebounds and 4 offensive rebounds for a total of 22. They committed only 9 turnovers and achieved 5 steals throughout the game. With South Carolina committing 14 fouls, Northwestern capitalized, hitting 12 of 14 free throws for an 85.7% accuracy. From beyond the arc, they converted 7 of 14 attempts (50.0%), finishing with a 56.6% shooting percentage from the field, sinking 30 of 53 shots. The Wildcats limited South Carolina to 28 successful shots out of 61 attempts (45.9%) and allowed 10 out of 34 from three-point range (29.4%). Northwestern’s free-throw shooting was also solid, as they connected on 11 of 15 attempts (73.3%). Defensively, they permitted South Carolina to grab a total of 28 rebounds (11 offensive).
Nick Martinelli was a standout for the Wildcats, scoring 25 points over 35 minutes of play, contributing 2 assists while achieving a field goal percentage of 47.1% (8 of 17) and grabbing 7 rebounds.
Currently, Northwestern holds a 5-1 record this season. They commit an average of 17.8 personal fouls per game and shoot 71.1% from the charity stripe. The Wildcats distribute an impressive 18.5 assists per game (39th nationally) while limiting turnovers to 8.7 per game. They have amassed 494 points this season, averaging 82.3 per game and grabbing 33.5 rebounds.
Defensively, the Wildcats rank 69th in points allowed per game with 66.8. They force 12.3 turnovers per game, limiting opponents’ shooting to 38.1% (43rd in Division 1). Opponents are shooting 28.2% from three and converting 74.8% of their free throws. Northwestern allows 13.5 assists and secures 35.0 rebounds per game, ranking 202nd and 180th nationally, respectively.
Who will prevail in this NCAA contest against the spread?
Prediction: Take Oklahoma State
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