Oklahoma State Dominates Oral Roberts in Season Opener
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Gallagher-Iba Arena
Oklahoma State Cowboys 95, Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs Oklahoma State Cowboys?
Oklahoma State Cowboys beat Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 95-71 at Gallagher-Iba Arena on November 4, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Oklahoma State Cowboys triumphed over the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles with a final score of 95-71 at Gallagher-Iba Arena. This matchup marked the season opener for both teams, with Oklahoma State entering the game with a home record of 1-0 and Oral Roberts looking to bounce back from an away record of 0-1.
Oklahoma State's recent form has been mixed, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, although they have won their last home game against the Cincinnati Bearcats 78-67. They averaged 73.2 points while allowing 80.6 points per game during this stretch. The Cowboys have struggled defensively but have shown the ability to score, particularly at home where they hold a record of 4-2. In contrast, Oral Roberts has been on a downward trend, recording just 2 wins in their last 10 games and currently on a three-game losing streak. They averaged 69.6 points and allowed 77.7 points per game, with their away record standing at 0-6, highlighting their difficulties on the road.
In terms of head-to-head meetings, this was the second encounter between the two teams in the current season, with Oklahoma State previously defeating Oral Roberts 86-74 on December 22, 2024. This recent history suggested a competitive matchup, but the Cowboys' performance in this game showcased their dominance.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team for this fixture, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The market had priced Oklahoma State as the clear favorite, reflecting their home advantage and recent performance, with a home win probability of 0.999.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather conditions reported, allowing for a smooth game at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Fans could expect to see an exciting display of offensive basketball, and the Cowboys did not disappoint, showcasing their scoring prowess throughout the contest.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half, where Oklahoma State maintained a commanding lead. Notable contributions came from players like Ryan Crotty, who made significant shots including a three-point jumper and a layup, while Jaylen Curry and Luke Gray also added to the scoring with crucial free throws and jumpers.
Overall, this matchup served as a strong statement from Oklahoma State, setting a positive tone for their season while leaving Oral Roberts searching for answers as they look to improve in their upcoming games.
Leaders
- PointsVyctorius Miller21Oklahoma State Cowboys
- AssistsKanye Clary8Oklahoma State Cowboys
- ReboundsChristian Coleman11Oklahoma State Cowboys
- PointsTy Harper18Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- AssistsConnor Dow4Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- ReboundsOfri Naveh7Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Recent form
Oklahoma State Cowboys
Last 10: 4-6Streak L173.2 scored · 80.6 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L68-87vs Cincinnati BearcatsMar 11
- W78-67vs Cincinnati BearcatsMar 8
- L70-83at UCF KnightsMar 6
- L61-71at Baylor BearsMar 2
- W74-68vs Iowa State CyclonesFeb 26
- L64-96at Kansas JayhawksFeb 22
- W104-95vs UCF KnightsFeb 20
- L55-93vs Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 15
- L72-73at TCU Horned FrogsFeb 13
- W86-73vs Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 9
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L369.6 scored · 77.7 allowed per game0-6 away
- L56-73at Kansas City RoosMar 6
- L57-80at Omaha MavericksMar 1
- L69-77vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 28
- W71-66vs St. Thomas TommiesFeb 23
- L60-71at Denver PioneersFeb 20
- L77-88at North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 15
- L88-94at North Dakota State BisonFeb 14
- L74-75vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 9
- W73-67vs Kansas City RoosFeb 2
- L71-86at St. Thomas TommiesJan 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
| 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 | Oral Roberts Golden Eagles | Oklahoma State Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-69 | 32-72 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 8-38 | 8-25 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 32 |
| Free throws | 15-22 | 23-30 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 52 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 37 |
| Assists | 14 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 12 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 44 |
| Fouls | 24 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-56Parsa Fallah made Layup. Assisted by Kanye Clary.
- 2nd Half46-58Christian Coleman made Dunk. Assisted by Kanye Clary.
- 2nd Half49-58Ty Harper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Connor Dow.
- 2nd Half52-58Connor Dow made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ofri Naveh.
- 2nd Half52-60Robert Jennings II made Dunk. Assisted by Andrija Vukovic.
- 2nd Half52-61Kanye Clary made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-61Ofri Naveh made Jumper. Assisted by Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams.
- 2nd Half54-63Andrija Vukovic made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half55-63Connor Dow made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-63Connor Dow made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-65Andrija Vukovic made Layup. Assisted by Jaylen Curry.
- 2nd Half56-67Jaylen Curry made Jumper. Assisted by Kanye Clary.
- 2nd Half56-70Jaylen Curry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kanye Clary.
- 2nd Half57-70Ty Harper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-70Ty Harper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-71Parsa Fallah made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-72Parsa Fallah made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-72Ofri Naveh made Dunk.
- 2nd Half61-72Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-75Vyctorius Miller made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kanye Clary.
- 2nd Half61-76Vyctorius Miller made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-79Christian Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kanye Clary.
- 2nd Half61-81Parsa Fallah made Dunk.
- 2nd Half63-81Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams made Layup. Assisted by Chase Martin.
- 2nd Half64-81Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-82Ryan Crotty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-83Ryan Crotty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-84Vyctorius Miller made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-85Vyctorius Miller made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-86Robert Jennings II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-87Robert Jennings II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-87Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-89Jaylen Curry made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-90Jaylen Curry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-90Luke Gray made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cal Furnish.
- 2nd Half68-93Ryan Crotty made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Andrija Vukovic.
- 2nd Half69-93Luke Gray made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-93Aaron Jacob made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-93Aaron Jacob made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-95Ryan Crotty made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma State Cowboys, below favours Oral Roberts Golden Eagles.
Venue
- Gallagher-Iba ArenaStillwater, OK
- Attendance6211
- OfficialsDarron George, Deldre Carr, Jeffrey Anderson
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