TCU Horned Frogs Edge Oklahoma State Cowboys 68-65
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Schollmaier Arena
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Who won Oklahoma State Cowboys vs TCU Horned Frogs?
TCU Horned Frogs beat Oklahoma State Cowboys 68-65 at Schollmaier Arena on January 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Oklahoma State Cowboys vs TCU Horned Frogs?
TCU Horned Frogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the TCU Horned Frogs triumphed over the Oklahoma State Cowboys with a final score of 68-65 at Schollmaier Arena. This victory marks a significant moment for TCU, who had been struggling with a four-game losing streak prior to this game. The Horned Frogs improved their record to 13-7, while the Cowboys fell to 14-6.
The game showcased the resilience of TCU, who had averaged 79.2 points per game over their last ten outings, despite their recent form showing a decline with a record of 6-4 and an average of 78.2 points scored in their last five games. Oklahoma State, on the other hand, had been performing well, boasting an average of 84.9 points scored per game in their last ten, with a record of 6-4 and a recent win against Kansas State. However, their defense has been a concern, allowing an average of 84.6 points in the same span.
At home, TCU has had a solid record of 5-1, but their recent struggles had seen them drop to 1-4 in their last five games. Conversely, Oklahoma State's away record stood at 1-2, indicating challenges when playing outside their home venue. The two teams had met once before in the 2025 season, with TCU narrowly winning that encounter 73-72.
Injuries were not a significant factor in this game, allowing both teams to field their strongest lineups. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had TCU favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 161.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in TCU's ability to secure a win, reflected in their moneyline of -410 compared to Oklahoma State's +320.
The game conditions were typical for a January evening, with a lively atmosphere in the arena. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half, where the momentum shifted multiple times. Notably, Kanye Clary's driving layup put Oklahoma State ahead 63-57, but TCU responded with a series of scoring plays that highlighted their determination to fight back. Key contributions from players like Xavier Edmonds and David Punch were pivotal in TCU's comeback, with Punch's late free throw sealing the victory.
As the game progressed, viewers could observe the intense competition, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. TCU's ability to capitalize on critical moments in the second half ultimately led them to victory, demonstrating their potential to turn around their season after a challenging stretch.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TCU -8.5 | 161.5 o -115 / u -105 | Oklahoma State Cowboys +320 · TCU Horned Frogs -410 |
Leaders
- PointsDavid Punch22TCU Horned Frogs
- AssistsBrock Harding9TCU Horned Frogs
- ReboundsDavid Punch10TCU Horned Frogs
- PointsIsaiah Coleman14Oklahoma State Cowboys
- AssistsKanye Clary6Oklahoma State Cowboys
- ReboundsIsaiah Coleman6Oklahoma State Cowboys
Recent form
TCU Horned Frogs
Last 10: 6-4Streak L479.2 scored · 70.4 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L79-82at Utah UtesJan 17
- L70-76at BYU CougarsJan 15
- L73-86vs Arizona WildcatsJan 10
- L100-104at Kansas JayhawksJan 7
- W69-63vs Baylor BearsJan 3
- W115-64vs Jackson State TigersDec 30
- W80-56vs Florida A&M RattlersDec 21
- W72-53vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 19
- W69-65vs Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 16
- W65-55at North Texas Mean GreenDec 7
Oklahoma State Cowboys
Last 10: 6-4Streak W184.9 scored · 84.6 allowed per game1-2 away
- W84-83vs Kansas State WildcatsJan 18
- L79-94vs Baylor BearsJan 14
- L71-83at Iowa State CyclonesJan 10
- W87-76vs UCF KnightsJan 7
- L80-102at Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 3
- W103-77vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsDec 30
- W94-89vs Cal State Fullerton TitansDec 21
- W91-79vs Kansas City RoosDec 19
- L76-85vs Oklahoma SoonersDec 13
- W84-78at Grand Canyon LopesDec 7
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 | Oklahoma State Cowboys | TCU Horned Frogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 28-61 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 6-15 | 6-20 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 30 |
| Free throws | 5-10 | 6-12 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 50 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 26 |
| Assists | 16 | 19 |
| Steals | 13 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 40 |
| Fouls | 14 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 59 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-29Anthony Roy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian Coleman assists)
- 1st Half32-29Christian Coleman makes 3-foot dunk (Kanye Clary assists)
- 1st Half32-31Liutauras Lelevicius makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Jayden Pierre assists)
- 1st Half34-31Parsa Fallah makes 5-foot hook shot
- 1st Half34-33David Punch makes 21-foot jumper (Brock Harding assists)
- 1st Half37-33Jaylen Curry makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kanye Clary assists)
- 1st Half37-35David Punch makes 2-foot dunk
- 1st Half37-37David Punch makes 4-foot dunk (Tanner Toolson assists)
- 1st Half39-37Jaylen Curry makes layup
- 1st Half41-37Jaylen Curry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-40Brock Harding makes 23-foot three point jumper (David Punch assists)
- 2nd Half41-42David Punch makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half44-42Vyctorius Miller makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-42Anthony Roy makes driving layup (Parsa Fallah assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Xavier Edmonds makes layup
- 2nd Half48-44Isaiah Coleman makes layup (Kanye Clary assists)
- 2nd Half49-44Anthony Roy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-44Anthony Roy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-45Tanner Toolson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-45Isaiah Coleman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-45Isaiah Coleman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-45Isaiah Coleman makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half54-47Xavier Edmonds makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half56-47Isaiah Coleman makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Kanye Clary assists)
- 2nd Half56-49David Punch makes driving layup (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half56-51Jayden Pierre makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-51Andrija Vukovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-53Liutauras Lelevicius makes driving layup (Jayden Pierre assists)
- 2nd Half59-53Andrija Vukovic makes 4-foot dunk (Vyctorius Miller assists)
- 2nd Half61-53Isaiah Coleman makes layup (Jaylen Curry assists)
- 2nd Half61-55Tanner Toolson makes layup (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half61-57Xavier Edmonds makes layup (Tanner Toolson assists)
- 2nd Half63-57Kanye Clary makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-58David Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-58Andrija Vukovic makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-60Xavier Edmonds makes layup (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half65-62Xavier Edmonds makes 4-foot hook shot (Brock Harding assists)
- 2nd Half65-65Liutauras Lelevicius makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Pierre assists)
- 2nd Half65-67David Punch makes driving layup (Liutauras Lelevicius assists)
- 2nd Half65-68David Punch makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours TCU Horned Frogs, below favours Oklahoma State Cowboys.
Venue
- Schollmaier ArenaFort Worth, TX
- Attendance4942
- OfficialsRandy McCall, Gregory Nixon, Doug Sirmons
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