Kansas Jayhawks Defeat Oklahoma State Cowboys 81-69
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Gallagher-Iba Arena
Kansas Jayhawks 81, Oklahoma State Cowboys 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Kansas Jayhawks vs Oklahoma State Cowboys?
Kansas Jayhawks beat Oklahoma State Cowboys 81-69 at Gallagher-Iba Arena on February 18, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas Jayhawks vs Oklahoma State Cowboys?
Kansas Jayhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
The Kansas Jayhawks secured a decisive 81-69 victory over the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Gallagher-Iba Arena, showcasing their strength as they continue their campaign in the NCAAB. This matchup was particularly intriguing given the contrasting recent forms of both teams, with Kansas boasting a strong away record and Oklahoma State struggling at home. Kansas entered the game with a record of 20-6, while Oklahoma State had a record of 16-10.
In their last ten games, Oklahoma State had a record of 3-7, currently on a three-game losing streak. Their average points scored stood at 76.5, but they allowed an average of 83.7 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 79.0 points while conceding 85.0, further highlighting their struggles. Kansas, on the other hand, had a record of 8-2 in their last ten games, with their most recent performance being a loss against Iowa State. They averaged 76.3 points scored and allowed only 69.6 points, showcasing a more balanced approach. Their last five games saw them score an average of 72.6 points while conceding 70.8.
At home, Oklahoma State had a record of 2-3 in their last five games, while Kansas was perfect with a 5-0 record in their last five games away from home. This game marked a continuation of their previous meeting in the 2025 season, where Kansas had previously defeated Oklahoma State 96-64.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams indicated that they were able to field their key players. The odds for the game were set by DraftKings, with Kansas favored by 7.5 points, and a total points line of 158.5. The moneyline odds were listed at +260 for Oklahoma State and -325 for Kansas.
The conditions in Gallagher-Iba Arena were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams looking to assert their dominance. Kansas's win probability was noted as 0.0 for Oklahoma State, emphasizing the expectations surrounding the matchup.
Throughout the game, viewers witnessed notable scoring plays, including Melvin Council Jr. making a free throw and Isaiah Coleman hitting an 8-foot pullup jump shot, which contributed to Kansas's scoring momentum in the second half. Ultimately, the Jayhawks' ability to maintain control and capitalize on scoring opportunities led them to a comfortable victory over the Cowboys.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KU -7.5 | 158.5 o -112 / u -108 | Kansas Jayhawks -325 · Oklahoma State Cowboys +260 |
Leaders
- PointsParsa Fallah21Oklahoma State Cowboys
- AssistsAnthony Roy4Oklahoma State Cowboys
- ReboundsChristian Coleman8Oklahoma State Cowboys
- PointsDarryn Peterson23Kansas Jayhawks
- AssistsBryson Tiller7Kansas Jayhawks
- ReboundsBryson Tiller11Kansas Jayhawks
Recent form
Oklahoma State Cowboys
Last 10: 3-7Streak L376.5 scored · 83.7 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L92-95vs TCU Horned FrogsFeb 14
- L76-85at Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 11
- L47-84at Arizona WildcatsFeb 7
- W99-92vs BYU CougarsFeb 5
- W81-69at Utah UtesJan 31
- L71-84vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 24
- L65-68at TCU Horned FrogsJan 21
- W84-83vs Kansas State WildcatsJan 18
- L79-94vs Baylor BearsJan 14
- L71-83at Iowa State CyclonesJan 10
Kansas Jayhawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak L176.3 scored · 69.6 allowed per game3-2 away
- L56-74at Iowa State CyclonesFeb 14
- W82-78vs Arizona WildcatsFeb 10
- W71-59vs Utah UtesFeb 7
- W64-61at Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 3
- W90-82vs BYU CougarsJan 31
- W86-62at Kansas State WildcatsJan 25
- W75-69at Colorado BuffaloesJan 21
- W80-62vs Baylor BearsJan 17
- W84-63vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 14
- L75-86at West Virginia MountaineersJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Kansas Jayhawks | Oklahoma State Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-61 | 23-66 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 7-28 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 25 |
| Free throws | 14-16 | 16-21 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 23 |
| Assists | 20 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 7 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 26 |
| Fouls | 14 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 23 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-35Parsa Fallah makes layup
- 2nd Half46-36Parsa Fallah makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-36Elmarko Jackson makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half51-36Elmarko Jackson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half51-38Christian Coleman makes 3-foot dunk (Anthony Roy assists)
- 2nd Half53-38Flory Bidunga makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Elmarko Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half53-40Benjamin Ahmed makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-40Tre White makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elmarko Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half59-40Tre White makes 24-foot three point jumper (Melvin Council Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half61-40Bryson Tiller makes 1-foot dunk (Elmarko Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half61-43Parsa Fallah makes 24-foot three point jumper (Anthony Roy assists)
- 2nd Half61-45Vyctorius Miller makes driving layup (Kanye Clary assists)
- 2nd Half63-45Tre White makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half63-48Anthony Roy makes 26-foot three point jumper (Vyctorius Miller assists)
- 2nd Half64-48Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-48Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-49Anthony Roy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-50Anthony Roy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-50Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-50Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-52Christian Coleman makes driving layup (Anthony Roy assists)
- 2nd Half67-53Parsa Fallah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-54Parsa Fallah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-54Kohl Rosario makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryson Tiller assists)
- 2nd Half72-54Flory Bidunga makes layup (Bryson Tiller assists)
- 2nd Half72-56Parsa Fallah makes layup
- 2nd Half73-56Tre White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-56Tre White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-58Anthony Roy makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-58Melvin Council Jr. makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half76-59Isaiah Coleman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-62Anthony Roy makes 29-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Coleman assists)
- 2nd Half77-62Melvin Council Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-64Isaiah Coleman makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half78-64Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-64Elmarko Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-65Parsa Fallah makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-66Parsa Fallah makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-66Tre White makes driving layup (Bryson Tiller assists)
- 2nd Half81-69Ryan Crotty makes 25-foot three point jumper (Parsa Fallah assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma State Cowboys, below favours Kansas Jayhawks.
Venue
- Gallagher-Iba ArenaStillwater, OK
- Attendance9085
- OfficialsJohn Gaffney, Clarence Armstrong, Chance Moore
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