Texas vs. Oklahoma Prediction: Can Javian McCollum, Sooners Best Longhorns In Rivalry Showdown?
The Oklahoma Sooners will host the Texas Longhorns in one of their final Big 12 rivalry battles before moving to the SEC. Can Javian McCollum and the Sooners take care of business at home against the Longhorns on Tuesday night? Hammering Hank provides his pick against the spread in Texas vs. Oklahoma.
Hammering Hank - January 23, 2024, 5:10 PM EST
5 minTexas vs. Oklahoma Prediction: Can Javian McCollum, Sooners Best Longhorns In Rivalry Showdown?
The 13-5 Texas Longhorns come into Norman, Oklahoma to take on the 15-3 and 11th ranked Oklahoma Sooners. Texas is 2-3 in Big 12 play, beating Cincinnati and Baylor but falling to Texas Tech, West Virginia, and UCF. On the other hand, the Sooners have beat Iowa State, West Virginia, and Cincinnati, while falling to TCU and Kansas. This is a big game for the conference, as both teams could be tied after tonight's result.
Texas vs. Oklahoma Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 23, 2024
- Game Time: 7:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN
Texas vs. Oklahoma Odds
- Spread: Texas +4 (-110), Oklahoma -4 (-110)
- Total Odds: O 142.5 (-105), U 142.5 (-106)
- Moneyline Odds: Texas (+175), Oklahoma (-200)
Texas vs. Oklahoma Prediction
When comparing matchups, both of these teams play relatively slower. Both teams look for a good shot and try not to force much. Texas shoots 48.4% from the field (31st in the nation) and Oklahoma shoots 48.5% (27th in the nation). Both of these teams are good on the offensive end. In the rebounding category, Texas averages 31.9 RPG (227th in the nation) where as Oklahoma averages 34.8 RPG (89th in the nation). The rebounding category is a big factor in tonight's matchup. Keep an eye out for this.
On the defensive end, Oklahoma is solid. This Sooners team does not give up easy shots, as this is something Texas has not faced yet this year. Oklahoma is going to force many turnovers tonight and show why they have a top defensive in the nation. This Texas team falls right into Oklahoma's defense tonight, as this Sooners team matches up very well against Texas. Also, Texas averages 11.9 turnovers per game (218th in the nation). This team can be reckless at times, and this is the biggest advantage for the Sooners tonight.
Lastly, this rivalry game is in Oklahoma tonight. The Lloyd Noble Center is going to be loud and affect this game. The Sooners are good at home with a perfect 11-0 record, and that is thanks in part to this crowd. The energy will be insane tonight, and this Sooners team will be energized. I can see Oklahoma winning this game by 7+.
Take Oklahoma -4 tonight! Let's cash!
Texas vs. Oklahoma Prediction
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