Oklahoma State Cowboys vs Davidson Wildcats predictions, Mar 17, 2026

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Oklahoma State

Wildcats

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As the Oklahoma State Cowboys prepare to host the Davidson Wildcats in the NIT, both teams come into this matchup with contrasting recent forms. Oklahoma State has secured two victories in their last five outings, indicating a modest performance level, while Davidson boasts three wins in the same period, suggesting a more consistent upward trend.

Tactically, Oklahoma State will look to leverage their home-court advantage, aiming to establish dominance in the paint and utilize their depth to wear down the Wildcats. Their offensive strategy has been focused on fast break opportunities and perimeter shooting, which might be pivotal in outpacing Davidson’s defense. Conversely, the Wildcats have demonstrated resilience, with their recent successes stemming from strong ball movement and a balanced attack that has substantially helped in scoring.

The bookmakers favor Oklahoma State with odds of 1.29 for the home victory, reflecting expectations of their likely success. The predicted final score suggests an 82-73 outcome favoring the Cowboys. However, given both teams’ recent performances and tactical capabilities, the match remains open, with no certainty in the final result.

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Oklahoma State
73.3%
Davidson
26.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 82:73

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.3 3.47
WilliamHill 1.29 3.5

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Facts

  • Both teams have been playing unpredictably.
  • Recently, Oklahoma State has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, Oklahoma State is the team to beat.
  • The teams have not played against each other recently.
  • Standings

    Draw

    2025

    1/16-finals

    1 SMU Mustangs Northern Iowa 73 : 63
    2 Oklahoma State Wichita State 89 : 79
    3 Arkansas State St. Louis Billikens 103 : 78
    4 North Texas Furman 75 : 64
    5 UC Irvine Northern Colorado 82 : 72
    6 Georgia Tech Jacksonville State 64 : 81
    7 Saint Josephs Hawks UAB 65 : 69
    8 Santa Clara UC Riverside 101 : 62
    9 Dayton Florida Atlantic 86 : 79
    10 Middle Tenn. St. Chattanooga Mocs 103 : 109
    11 Bradley North Alabama 71 : 62
    12 George Mason Samford 86 : 69
    13 San Francisco Utah Valley State 79 : 70
    14 San Jose State Loyola Chicago 70 : 73
    15 St. Bonaventure Kent State 56 : 75
    16 Stanford CS Northridge 87 : 70

    1/8-finals

    1 SMU Mustangs Oklahoma State 83 : 85
    2 Arkansas State North Texas 63 : 65
    3 UC Irvine Jacksonville State 66 : 61
    4 UAB Santa Clara 88 : 84
    5 Dayton Chattanooga Mocs 72 : 87
    6 Bradley George Mason 75 : 67
    7 San Francisco Loyola Chicago 76 : 77
    8 Kent State Stanford 77 : 75

    Quarter-finals

    1 Oklahoma State North Texas 59 : 61
    2 UC Irvine UAB 81 : 77
    3 Chattanooga Mocs Bradley 67 : 65
    4 Loyola Chicago Kent State 72 : 62

    Semi-finals

    1 North Texas UC Irvine 67 : 69
    2 Chattanooga Mocs Loyola Chicago 80 : 73

    Final

    1 UC Irvine Chattanooga Mocs 84 : 85

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